Senior CFO Advisory: GASB & Government Accounting Expert

Cherry Bekaert; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert LLP in Orlando, FL, seeks a Senior Associate to deliver accounting advisory engagements for state and local governments, higher education, and not-for-profits. You will lead complex GASB projects, support ACFR preparation, and drive improvements in financial reporting and processes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting, at least 4 years in public accounting or public sector roles, deep GASB knowledge, and ability to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• Minimum 4 years in public accounting or public sector with external audit or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of GASB standards and reporting.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting advisory engagements for governments, higher education, and not-for-profits.
• Implement GASB standards and apply GASB 68, 75, 87, 96.
• Support ACFR drafting and financial statement close processes.
• Perform data analysis and process improvement.
• Interviews with clients and stakeholder engagement.
• Validate information across multiple financial systems.

Skills

GASB knowledge

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Data manipulation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Cherry Bekaert LLP in Orlando, FL, seeks a Senior Associate to deliver accounting advisory engagements for state and local governments, higher education, and not-for-profits. You will lead complex GASB projects, support ACFR preparation, and drive improvements in financial reporting and processes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting, at least 4 years in public accounting or public sector roles, deep GASB knowledge, and ability to travel up to 25%.