Vice President, CFO Advisory

Stout • Detroit, MI

15h • $87,000 - $195,000

About The Position

At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ® . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team. Impact You'll Make: As a Vice President in Stout’s CFO Advisory within the Accounting & Reporting Advisory group, you will drive the successful delivery of complex, high-impact projects that guide clients through transactions, transitions, and enterprise-wide transformation. You will take accountability for leading and executing a broad portfolio of initiatives, including transaction readiness, FP&A optimization, operating model design, and M&A integration. This role is both strategic and hands-on, overseeing critical workstreams such as performance visibility, liquidity management, interim leadership support, and end-to-end process enhancement. Vice Presidents set the standard for quality delivery, mentor and develop project teams, and serve as trusted advisors to clients as they build scalable, data-driven, and high-performing finance organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master of Accounting or Finance
• Big 4 or comparable experience required
• 8 years of experience of audit and/or advisory experience
• Experience with post-merger integration is a plus
• CPA Preferred
• Cultivate a positive, team-oriented approach that fosters collaboration and shared success
• Demonstrate accountability and reliability by consistently delivering high-quality results and meeting expectations
• Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of your work
• Build meaningful relationships and leverage strong interpersonal skills to create trust and drive outcomes.
• Communicate effectively and respond promptly, ensuring clarity and alignment with stakeholders
• Bring intellectual curiosity and a keen attention to detail to problem-solving and decision-making
• Apply advanced analytical and quantitative skills to uncover insights and drive data-informed strategies
• Leverage a deep understanding of the sell-side execution process to navigate complex transactions and achieve optimal results

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients ranging from early-stage to large publicly traded organizations in an industry-agnostic environment
• Support day-to-day execution of Accounting & Reporting Advisory assignments, with primary responsibility for research and preparation of client deliverables
• Review complex contracts and conduct related technical accounting research
• Prepare accounting memoranda and policies
• Determine appropriate journal entries to enter into systems of record
• Interact with Finance-focused ERPs, including NetSuite, Sage Intacct, SAP, and Oracle
• Partner with clients ranging from early-stage to large publicly traded organizations in an industry-agnostic environment

Benefits

• At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.
• We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success.
• Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.
• We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.
• Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees