CFO Advisory, Accounting Advisory Manager

Cherry Bekaert•Tampa, FL

7d•$106,900 - $171,000

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert is seeking an Accounting Advisory Manager to join its growing national CFO Advisory practice. The role may be performed remotely or in a hybrid arrangement, with travel as needed to support client engagements and team collaboration. The Manager serves as a trusted advisor to clients, partnering with Corporate Accounting and Finance teams to resolve complex accounting challenges, improve financial reporting processes, and address evolving regulatory requirements. The Manager leads multiple client engagements and project teams, delivering solutions across technical accounting, SEC reporting, financial transformation, and transaction-related initiatives. The practice serves clients in Financial Services, Industrial & Consumer Goods, Private Equity, Professional Services, Real Estate, Construction & Hospitality, Technology, and Life Sciences. The position includes opportunities to work with experienced accounting and finance professionals, address complex business challenges, support clients’ organizational growth, and develop professionally. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States; work sponsorship is not provided. The role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may remain posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position is cancelled.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
At least 5 years of experience in public accounting, advisory, or industry accounting environments.
Experience supporting SEC registrants, public companies, and/or private equity-backed organizations.
Strong technical accounting knowledge and demonstrated interest in researching and resolving complex accounting issues.
Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, or SEC reporting processes.
Project management skills, including the ability to prioritize competing demands and lead engagements from planning through completion.
Ability to manage multiple client relationships and work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact confidently with finance leaders, executives, clients, and internal stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to travel approximately 25–40% based on client and business needs.
Eligibility to work in the United States; the employer will not provide work sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA license is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple client engagements and serve as a key contact and trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
Support and optimize clients’ financial close processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting timelines.
Assist with accounting transformation initiatives, including cash-to-accrual conversions, opening balance sheet preparation, and purchase accounting.
Guide organizations through audit readiness efforts and support interactions with external auditors.
Lead technical accounting projects involving complex matters, including ASC 480, ASC 606, ASC 718, ASC 805, ASC 815, and ASC 842.
Advise clients on IPO, SPAC, and SEC reporting matters, including disclosure and compliance requirements.
Prepare and review financial statements, footnote disclosures, accounting memoranda, reconciliations, audit support schedules, and SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K.
Mentor and develop team members and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing culture.
Partner with senior leadership to identify opportunities to enhance client service and expand engagement scope.