Financial Reporting Manager

Baker Tilly US; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 98,230 - 186,220; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to join their Internal Controllership Team in Madison, Wisconsin. This role entails overseeing affiliate financial statements and ensuring compliance with US GAAP, while also advocating for continuous improvement and effective communication across teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting, 5+ years of relevant experience, and a CPA license preferred. A dedication to ethical standards and a proactive mindset are essential for success in this dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive technical accounting or financial reporting experience.
• Ability to prepare and review technical accounting memos and consolidated financial statements.
• Commitment to continuous learning, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of individual affiliate financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire a high-performing accounting team.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting experience

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

MS Office Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Description

We are seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to join Baker Tilly’s Internal Controllership Team. This position requires a demonstrated ability to apply problem‑solving techniques to resolve issues, communicate effectively, work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams, and elevate matters to the appropriate stakeholders. The Financial Reporting Manager will also advocate for continuous improvement and embrace change management with specific processes and tools, all in support of a growing and dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of individual affiliate financial statements, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure unique accounting transactions specific to Baker Tilly affiliates are appropriately presented for both internal and external reporting purposes.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of non‑financial statement regulatory filings.
• Prepare research memos on international accounting standards and proper accounting treatment for transactions in non‑US countries including the United Kingdom, India, Singapore, and Australia. Conduct analysis on differences between international standards and US GAAP.
• Coordinate and review financial close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of reporting.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, automation, and standardization of accounting operations worldwide.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements, providing guidance and training to global finance teams.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing, diverse accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• CPA license strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive technical accounting or financial reporting experience, with strong knowledge in US GAAP and a strong understanding of international accounting and reporting complexities.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and review technical accounting memos and consolidated financial statements.
• Strong communication skills and executive presence.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment with strict deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous learning, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).

The compensation range for this role is $98,230 to $186,220. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.