Manager - Accounting Advisory

Centri; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in New York is seeking a Mid-Senior level Accounting Manager to oversee the preparation of financial statements and lead client engagements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent, with 7+ years of accounting experience. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and effective communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The role offers an annual salary range of $110,000-140,000 and promotes career advancement through hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relative accounting experience, ideally in public accounting.
• Must have strong foundation in financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of financial statements and consolidation of trial balances.
• Research and write technical accounting memos.
• Lead client calls and manage project statuses.
• Coach and mentor team members for development.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Interpersonal skills

Above average written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Adaptability to changing priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent

Close to obtaining CPA Certification

Job description

About Centri Business Consulting

Centri Business Consulting provides the highest quality advisory consulting services to its clients by being reliable and responsive to their needs.

Centri provides companies with the expertise they need to meet their reporting demands. Centri specializes in financial reporting, internal controls, technical accounting research, valuation, mergers & acquisitions, and tax, CFO and HR advisory services for companies of various sizes and industries. From complex technical accounting transactions to monthly financial reporting, our professionals can offer any organization the specialized expertise and multilayered skillsets to ensure the project is completed timely and accurately.

We are One Firm, One Team, and One Culture. It’s how we do things at Centri. And a large part of our focus is on becoming the best, most wholesome professional you can be. You’re not just a number. You’re part of the Centri Family.

Career Advancement

• Working at Centri is not just a job, it is a career path. We promote on talent, not tenure, allowing our team to take ownership of their growth & career trajectory.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee progress of entire engagement in the preparation of financial statements and consolidation of trial balances.
• Research complex technical accounting topics, identify relevant guidance, and corresponding SEC rules and regulations.
• Begin to write basic technical accounting memos.
• Knowledge sharing with the staff and seniors to develop more in-depth knowledge of preparation and review of financial statements and consolidation of trial balances.
• Establish an in-depth understanding of how to assess the accuracy of complex financial statement areas such as SOCF, Equity, and EPS and identify disclosures which are inaccurate/incomplete.
• Identify more complex scope problems that may arise within the engagement, as well as opportunities for ancillary service offerings. Bring them to the attention of the engagement director.
• Lead all client calls, manage project status with managers and staff. Develop project plans and accurate completion of project plans at the deliverable level.
• Responsible for understanding engagement economics, leveraging the team appropriately, monitoring margin, scheduling, invoicing, etc.
• Leadership responsibilities include building in‑person connections with the team, peers and senior leaders in the Firm.
• Participate in the performance process to provide feedback for team members. Identify additional training or parts of engagements that are beneficial for team members education. Reach out to Human Resources when potential issues arise.
• Continue coaching the team to share knowledge in connection with the CPE committee to develop team members for the next level.
• Support Firm initiatives and development opportunities.
• Work to build relationships and promote collaboration in a hybrid environment.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Being a strong champion for and thrives in an environment of changing priorities.
• Interpersonal skills to interact in a team environment and foster client relationships.
• Above average written and verbal communication skills.
• Understand the services offered by the Firm, look for opportunities to represent the Firm, grow the client base, and increase brand recognition.
• Recognizes opportunities for learning by pursuing challenging assignments and a hunger to become an expert.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Close to obtaining CPA Certification.
• 7+ years of relative accounting experience; at least 1 in public accounting or professional services highly preferred.

Compensation

$110,000-140,000 annually. This range reflects the expected base salary for candidates who meet the qualifications and experience outlined in the job posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, relevant experience, education, and geographic location. Additional components such as performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits may be offered as part of the total compensation package.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This position is an exempt position as it relates to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Centri provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries: Business Consulting and Services