Senior Associate, Technical Accounting Consulting
About The Position
Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio. Finance Advisory group is seeking a highly experienced Senior Associate, Technical Accounting Consultant to support complex, client-facing technical accounting engagements. This is a highly visible, client-facing consulting role designed for experienced public accounting professionals who want to move beyond traditional audit and into strategic, project-based advisory work.
Requirements
- 4â7+ years of progressive experience in Big 4 or top-tier public accounting.
- Strong foundation in SEC reporting and public company audit environments.
- Demonstrated experience with complex technical accounting areas (e.g., business combinations, stock compensation, revenue recognition).
- Experience preparing technical accounting memos and supporting audit documentation.
- CPA license (active or eligible).
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience supporting IPO readiness or SEC filings (S-1, 10-K, 10-Q).
- Experience working with high-growth technology or venture-backed companies.
- Exposure to lease accounting platforms such as LeaseQuery.
- Prior consulting or advisory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support clients preparing for PCAOB audits and public company readiness initiatives.
- Draft and review SEC-ready financial statement disclosures and footnotes.
- Prepare technical accounting memos and position papers suitable for external auditors and SEC review.
- Assist with implementation of public company reporting processes and internal controls.
- Lead & support short-term, topic-specific engagements involving complex accounting matters, including: Business combinations (ASC 805) Stock-based compensation (ASC 718) Revenue recognition (ASC 606) Lease accounting (ASC 842) Debt/equity transactions and complex financial instruments
- Develop detailed accounting workbooks, valuation support schedules, and supporting documentation.
- Serve as a technical resource for client finance and accounting teams.
- Support outsourced lease accounting engagements utilizing FinQueary (formerly known as LeaseQuery)
- Review lease classifications, calculations, and reporting outputs.
- Provide technical guidance related to ASC 842 compliance.
- Interface directly with CFOs, Controllers, auditors, and legal teams.
- Deliver clear, concise technical guidance and practical implementation solutions.
- Manage workstreams independently with minimal supervision.
- Ensure high-quality, audit-ready deliverables within tight deadlines.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave â coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
