Manager, Accounting Advisory

Forvis Mazars•New York City, NY

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ 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

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

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.