Government Accounting Advisory Manager: GAAP & Close

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert seeks an Accounting Advisory Manager to lead government accounting engagements, including ACFR preparation, GAAP analyses, and implementation of new standards. The role involves staff supervision, client discussions, and delivering high-quality advisory deliverables.

The candidate should have 4+ years in public accounting or 7+ years in a state/local government finance department, plus CPA/CGFM or active pursuit. Travel up to 40% is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience with GASB standards and ACFR preparation.
• Experience in government financial reporting and close processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and perform engagements for governmental accounting and reporting.
• Review work of junior staff and provide guidance on GAAP compliance.
• Coordinate ACFR preparation and implement new accounting standards.
• Provide status updates to clients and develop advisory deliverables.
• Develop technical content and act as a consulting resource for clients.

Skills

Governmental accounting

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

CPA/CGFM (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CGFM certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cherry Bekaert seeks an Accounting Advisory Manager to lead government accounting engagements, including ACFR preparation, GAAP analyses, and implementation of new standards. The role involves staff supervision, client discussions, and delivering high-quality advisory deliverables.

The candidate should have 4+ years in public accounting or 7+ years in a state/local government finance department, plus CPA/CGFM or active pursuit. Travel up to 40% is expected.