Senior Manager, Accounting Advisory

Forvis Mazars US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 149,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars US, through its Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) team, helps organizations strengthen finance and accounting functions with technology-enabled solutions and hands-on execution.

You will lead client engagements, manage project teams, and deliver high-quality GAAP, SEC, and M&A advisory work while mentoring staff and collaborating across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years or more of relevant experience.
• Strong proven technical expertise in financial accounting, technical accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting, M&A, or financial operations.
• CPA License.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for C-suite and senior client executives, providing strategic guidance, regular project updates, and executive-level presentations.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to expand service offerings.
• Develop engagement strategies and lead the execution of complex accounting and finance advisory engagements in collaboration with AAS leadership.
• Perform and review technical accounting research and advise clients on complex GAAP, SEC, and other regulatory requirements.
• Lead and support client engagements involving complex transactions, including IPOs, SPACs, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Oversee engagement quality and ensure deliverables meet technical, regulatory, and client expectations.
• Identify and proactively resolve engagement challenges and risks, collaborating with leadership as needed to drive successful outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop project teams by providing coaching, technical guidance, and performance feedback.
• Support business development efforts through proposal development, engagement scoping, pricing, client relationship management, and identifying opportunities for expanded services.

Skills

Executive stakeholder management

Technical accounting expertise

Leadership / mentoring

GAAP / SEC knowledge

CPA License

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Description & Requirements

The Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) team helps organizations strengthen their finance and accounting functions through innovative, technology-enabled solutions and hands-on execution support. In this role, you will play a key part in the growth and success of our national practice by leading client engagements, managing project teams, and delivering high-quality solutions across complex accounting initiatives.

The Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) team helps organizations strengthen their finance and accounting functions through innovative, technology-enabled solutions and hands-on execution support. In this role, you will play a key part in the growth and success of our national practice by leading client engagements, managing project teams, and delivering high-quality solutions across complex accounting initiatives. This role combines technical accounting expertise with client and team leadership. Success requires a passion for exceptional client service, a commitment to developing and mentoring team members, and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams, both internally and with clients.

What You Will Do

• Serve as a primary point of contact for C-suite and senior client executives, providing strategic guidance, regular project updates, and executive-level presentations.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to expand service offerings.
• Develop engagement strategies and lead the execution of complex accounting and finance advisory engagements in collaboration with AAS leadership.
• Perform and review technical accounting research and advise clients on complex GAAP, SEC, and other regulatory requirements.
• Lead and support client engagements involving complex transactions, including IPOs, SPACs, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Oversee engagement quality and ensure deliverables meet technical, regulatory, and client expectations.
• Identify and proactively resolve engagement challenges and risks, collaborating with leadership as needed to drive successful outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop project teams by providing coaching, technical guidance, and performance feedback.
• Support business development efforts through proposal development, engagement scoping, pricing, client relationship management, and identifying opportunities for expanded services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years or more of relevant experience
• Strong proven technical expertise in the areas of financial accounting, technical accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting, M&A, or financial operations
• CPA License

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

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)

$ 149,300

NY Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 229,700

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 leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

VA Minimum Salary ( USD)

$ 149300

VA Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 229700