Senior Consultant, Accounting Advisory

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a Senior Consultant in Accounting Advisory to support engagements focused on complex accounting issues, including consolidation, acquisition accounting, and revenue recognition. You will assist with IPO readiness and SEC reporting for public companies, delivering practical solutions and technical analyses.

Ideal candidates have a CPA-focused trajectory and 2+ years in accounting advisory or related fields, with a strong foundation in GAAP and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in accounting, audit, accounting advisory, financial reporting, or a related area.
• Actively pursuing CPA licensure with demonstrated progress toward meeting CPA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting advisory engagements, helping clients understand and implement new or complex accounting standards in areas such as consolidation, acquisition accounting, fair value measurement, revenue recognition, and leasing.
• Provide transaction-related accounting and financial reporting support for mergers and acquisitions, spin-offs, and other complex transactions.
• Provide technical accounting and financial reporting support to public companies on SEC regulatory and reporting matters and assist with IPO readiness initiatives.
• Perform technical accounting research and analysis related to GAAP and other applicable accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Work alongside clients and engagement teams to identify accounting and financial reporting issues and develop practical solutions.
• Assist in preparing client deliverables, technical accounting documentation, analyses, and presentations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively with team members across the firm.
• Contribute to the development of firm thought leadership and resources related to technical accounting and financial reporting matters.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA licensure in progress

Job description

Job Details

Position: Senior Consultant, Accounting Advisory

Posting Title: Senior Consultant, Accounting Advisory

Ref #: 2237809

Date Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026

City: New York

State: New York

Country: United States

Job Category: Risk Advisory

Advertised Location: US-GA-Atlanta, US-NY-New York, US-VA-Tysons

Working Time: Full Time

Description & Requirements

Our Accounting Advisory team helps organizations navigate complex accounting and financial reporting matters, particularly during periods of growth, change, and significant transactions. The team works alongside clients to address technical accounting and reporting challenges, including mergers and acquisitions, new accounting standard implementation, SEC reporting, IPO readiness, and other complex transactions. Our professionals combine strong accounting knowledge with a consultative approach to help clients evaluate accounting implications, meet reporting requirements, and move confidently through complex financial events.

What You Will Do:

• Support accounting advisory engagements, helping clients understand and implement new or complex accounting standards in areas such as consolidation, acquisition accounting, fair value measurement, revenue recognition, and leasing.
• Provide transaction-related accounting and financial reporting support for mergers and acquisitions, spin-offs, and other complex transactions.
• Provide technical accounting and financial reporting support to public companies on SEC regulatory and reporting matters and assist with IPO readiness initiatives.
• Perform technical accounting research and analysis related to GAAP and other applicable accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Work alongside clients and engagement teams to identify accounting and financial reporting issues and develop practical solutions.
• Assist in preparing client deliverables, technical accounting documentation, analyses, and presentations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively with team members across the firm.
• Contribute to the development of firm thought leadership and resources related to technical accounting and financial reporting matters.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in accounting, audit, accounting advisory, financial reporting, or a related area.
• Actively pursuing CPA licensure with demonstrated progress toward meeting CPA requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA license
• Exposure to technical accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting, M&A, or other complex accounting matters.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we're building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.

Legal Notice

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

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New York City Pay Transparency

Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

New York Salary Range:

NY Minimum Salary (USD)

$ 77,860

NY Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 122,100

Virginia Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Virginia's Equal Pay Law, the salary range displayed is for the Virginia market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leaf. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

VA Minimum Salary ( USD)

$ 77860

VA Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 122100