Accounting Advisory Manager/Senior Manager at P&M Corporate Finance

Make your mark. Our management consulting team focuses on our clients’ critical business needs
From transaction services to operations and everything in between, our integrated solution approach is designed to help enable and manage growth, leverage resources, and mitigate costs and risks.  At Plante Moran, we have the privilege of serving clients and providing consultative services as they face challenges and seek new opportunities.Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model
We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.   Your role.Your work will include, but not be limited to:Provide transaction-oriented accounting and reporting assistance for mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, management buyouts, etc
Overseeing engagements designed to help clients identify and implement needed accounting transformation initiatives by evaluating people, process and technology, including updating basis of reporting (e.g., cash basis to US GAAP basis accounting methodology), improving reporting efficiency, mitigating risk, and adjusting accounting department hierarchy and design, responsibility allocation, and staff composition Cleaning-up financial information that has not been given the appropriate attention, including establishing and implementing accounting processes, policies and procedures that will allow for the creation of accurate financial information now and into the future Performing interim accounting and finance roles for clients dealing with planned and unplanned accounting departures Provide oversight and hands on assistance in the implementation of accounting standards, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combination, complex debt and equity issuances, equity compensation, etc
Prepare detailed financial analysis to assist clients in evaluating potential acquisitions, financing arrangements and other substantial strategic decisions Participate in client meetings and site visits while interacting with top-level management to acquire and assess important information for financial analysis Develop and review financial forecasts on behalf of clients Assist with development and review of financial reports to determine quality of historical earnings for internal / external reporting purposes, strategic initiatives (i.e., acquisition scenarios), or for other reporting needs (e.g., assurance reporting; tax reporting) Analyze financial statements to evaluate sustainability of financial performance Addressing accounting and reporting responsibilities and initiatives not specifically addressed above where clients either do not possess the internal acumen, capacity, or potentially both to achieve objectives on its ownAdministration and practice development responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:Networking internally and externally to identify current and future accounting services opportunitiesCoaching oversight, engagement scheduling and overall leadership for practice team membersAssistance in preparation of proposals, budgets and engagement lettersProject management oversight, including prioritizing varying projects against deadlines, managing time effectively, and completing high quality deliverables generating positive economic outcomes Preparation, review, and issuance of client invoices, managing collections, and client management The qualifications.Bachelor's Degree requiredCPA Designation is preferredPractice development / substantial professional networking experience 6+ years of some combination of recent experience in: 1.) public accounting audit practice as Manager level or higher; 2.) industry accounting department / external reporting leadership role; or 3.) technical accounting consultation position.Our difference.On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms
But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities.  At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities
So, what are you waiting for? Apply now
Make your mark.This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued
We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity
When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed
This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace. Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system
Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of candidates that are bilingual in Japanese and English
Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.   The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.#LI-HD1#LI-Onsite