Manager, Sr. Manager, CFO Advisory (Accounting Operations)

Stout•San Diego, CA

1d•$87,000 - $195,000

About The Position

Stout is hiring a Manager or Senior Manager for its CFO Advisory Accounting Operations practice. The role manages and executes client engagements focused on improving the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of accounting and finance functions. The position partners with CFOs, controllers, and finance leadership teams on complex accounting challenges, financial reporting processes, accounting operations, transactions, organizational change, and broader finance transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will work with clients ranging from middle-market businesses to large organizations across industries, including private equity-backed and corporate environments. The role combines technical accounting expertise with hands-on execution, client engagement management, team supervision, business development support, and the use of automation and emerging technologies to improve accounting processes and reporting. The position requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and at least 6 years of relevant experience for Manager-level candidates or 8 years for Senior Manager-level candidates. A CPA is preferred. The disclosed compensation range is $87,000 to $195,000, and the role is anticipated to be eligible for an annual bonus plan.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 6 years of relevant experience for Manager-level candidates or 8 years for Senior Manager-level candidates in accounting operations, accounting advisory, financial reporting, corporate accounting, or related finance functions.
Strong foundation in accounting operations, financial reporting, and US GAAP, including applying accounting principles in complex business environments.
Experience managing accounting functions, including month-end close, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
Ability to assess, improve, and implement accounting processes, policies, and internal controls.
Experience supporting accounting and finance functions during growth, organizational change, or operational complexity.
Ability to identify and resolve accounting issues and develop practical solutions that improve operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
Experience supporting external audits, audit readiness, financial statements, and related schedules.
Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to research, interpret, and apply relevant accounting standards.
Experience working with accounting systems and ERP platforms.
Ability to evaluate accounting processes and systems and recommend improvements that support scalability and business growth.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to communicate complex accounting matters as clear, actionable recommendations.
Experience managing client engagements or accounting workstreams, coordinating teams, and delivering high-quality work products.
Ability to communicate accounting and financial information effectively to controllers, CFOs, and executive stakeholders.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage competing priorities and demanding timelines.
Client-service mindset, relationship-building ability, and capacity to understand business needs and identify opportunities for additional support.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accountability for project deliverables.
Flexibility and adaptability in response to changing client deadlines and environments.
Ability to combine technical accounting expertise with hands-on execution and practical problem-solving.

Nice To Haves

CPA.
Combination of public accounting, accounting advisory, and corporate accounting experience.
Experience managing accounting operations in a corporate environment or providing outsourced or interim accounting support to clients.
Demonstrated experience leading accounting teams, managing close and reporting processes, or executing accounting process improvement initiatives.
Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, post-acquisition integration, or transaction-related accounting matters.
Experience with private equity-backed businesses, middle-market companies, or organizations undergoing significant growth or transformation.
Experience in manufacturing, consumer products, distribution, healthcare, business services, financial services, or other operationally complex industries.
Experience with systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar applications.
Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools, automation, and emerging technologies to improve accounting processes and financial analysis.
Interest in working across accounting operations, transaction-related engagements, and broader finance advisory initiatives.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute accounting operations engagements to improve clients' accounting and finance functions.
Partner with CFOs, controllers, and finance leadership teams to address complex accounting challenges and improve reporting and operations.
Manage month-end and year-end close processes, general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Assess accounting processes, policies, and procedures and recommend improvements to accuracy, efficiency, scalability, and internal controls.
Support operational accounting activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and accruals.
Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting packages, and supporting accounting schedules.
Lead improvements and standardization of close, reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting workflows.
Support transaction-related engagements, including post-acquisition integration, opening balance sheet activities, and alignment of accounting policies, systems, and reporting.
Assist with accounting and finance integration following mergers, acquisitions, or organizational restructuring.
Research and provide technical accounting support on complex matters, including US GAAP and related reporting requirements.
Support audit readiness through preparation of audit schedules and documentation and coordination with external auditors.
Evaluate accounting systems and ERP platforms for process improvement, automation, and better reporting capabilities.
Collaborate with finance and operational stakeholders to resolve accounting challenges and advance improvement initiatives.
Prepare and present findings, recommendations, and project updates to client stakeholders.
Manage engagement planning, deliverables, budgets, timelines, and project-team coordination.
Supervise, coach, and develop junior professionals and guide them on accounting matters and engagement execution.
Support business development through proposal preparation, client presentations, and identification of additional advisory opportunities.
Identify opportunities to use AI-enabled tools, automation, and emerging technologies to improve accounting processes and financial analysis.
Contribute methodologies, tools, and best practices to support the growth of Stout's Accounting Operations practice.