Government Accounting Advisory Manager - GAAP & ACFR

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 106,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert LLP invites an Accounting Advisory Manager to lead engagements in governmental accounting, including ACFR work and new standard implementations. You will guide teams, draft deliverables, and interact with clients as a trusted advisor.

The role requires at least 4 years in public accounting or 7 years in state/local government finance, with GASB knowledge and strong project management. Travel up to 40% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (preferred).
• CPA and/or CGFM active or in-process.
• Minimum 4 years of public accounting experience or 7 years in state/local government finance/accounting.
• Practical knowledge of GASB and related standards.
• Experience auditing or assisting with governmental entity financial close.
• Experience with internal controls, documentation and testing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and perform engagements including ACFR preparation and new accounting standard implementations.
• Assess client accounting challenges and develop tailored advisory solutions with timelines and scope.
• Oversee engagement economics and allocate resources to meet project goals.
• Supervise and develop staff, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of governmental pronouncements.
• Develop technical specialization and serve as internal/external consultant.
• Create content (articles/podcasts/webinars) on governmental accounting matters.

Skills

project management

governmental accounting

leadership

analytical

communication

travel up to 40%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred)

CPA or CGFM (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Cherry Bekaert LLP invites an Accounting Advisory Manager to lead engagements in governmental accounting, including ACFR work and new standard implementations. You will guide teams, draft deliverables, and interact with clients as a trusted advisor.

The role requires at least 4 years in public accounting or 7 years in state/local government finance, with GASB knowledge and strong project management. Travel up to 40% is expected.