Financial Reporting Accountant (M&A Focus)

Kimley-Horn • Raleigh, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn, one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to join the corporate Finance and Accounting team in our Raleigh, NC headquarters. This role will focus on purchase accounting for acquisitions in accordance with ASC 805, Business Combinations, supporting the preparation of acquisition opening balance sheets and purchase price allocation, and compiling and analyzing acquired company financial information. The accountant will prepare journal entries related to acquisitions, including goodwill and other purchase accounting adjustments, assist with documenting accounting positions and preparing acquisition-related accounting memos, and support the integration of acquired entities into the company's financial reporting and consolidation processes. Additionally, the role involves assisting with the preparation of acquisition-related disclosures for external financial statements, year-end financial statement review (including external financial statements and cash flows), and the monthly financial statement consolidation process. The position also requires preparing and analyzing financial information for other teams and senior leadership, supporting the annual indirect cost rate audit as needed, and assisting with special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA certification required
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in Public Accounting
• Strong understanding of US GAAP including experience with or exposure to M&A transactions, purchase accounting (ASC 805), or financial due diligence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent quantitative skills combined with an ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations
• High degree of professionalism and the ability to work with employees at all levels
• Exceptional client service mentality and strong work ethic
• Outstanding communication skills
• Must be an excellent team player as well as work independently

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchase accounting for acquisitions in accordance with ASC 805, Business Combinations
• Support the preparation of acquisition opening balance sheets and purchase price allocation
• Compile and analyze acquired company financial information to identify assets acquired and liabilities assumed
• Prepare journal entries related to acquisitions, including goodwill and other purchase accounting adjustments
• Assist with documenting accounting positions and preparing acquisition-related accounting memos
• Support the integration of acquired entities into the company's financial reporting and consolidation processes
• Assist with the preparation of acquisition-related disclosures for external financial statements
• Assist with the year-end financial statement review which includes the preparation of external financial statements and cash flows, ensuring compliance with US GAAP
• Assist with the monthly financial statement consolidation process
• Prepare and analyze financial information for other teams as well as senior leadership
• Support our annual indirect cost rate audit on an as needed basis
• Assist with special projects among various teams nationwide

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level