Accounting Advisory Director

About the role

As a Director, you will lead teams that consult with Grant Thornton | Stax Transactions clients on complex accounting transactions. You will apply your experience and knowledge to help engagement teams navigate highly technical matters and improve business processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support multiple engagement teams to complete divestiture solutions — from evaluating carve-out readiness, supporting the 100-day planning and operational transition, and assisting in the separation of the business — for financial sponsors and corporate clients
• Support SEC regulatory filings for carve-outs and facilitate the preparation of carve-out financials
• Identify market trends to be a proactive problem solver and sought-after adviser to clients and colleagues
• Assist audit teams in evaluating accounting policies related to new, significant, or complex accounting-related matters
• Train and supervise less experienced colleagues and provide consistent, regular feedback
• Represent Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events
• Build your technical and professional skills through formal training

Qualifications and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines; a master’s degree is a plus
• Minimum of eight years of experience providing financial statement audits, accounting advisory, or similar transaction advisory consulting services with deep experience in at least two industries
• An active CPA license (required)
• Analytical, technical skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, SEC reporting rules and standards; accounting, transaction or mergers and acquisition services
• Proactive problem-solving skills in specialized knowledge areas like ASC 606 and/or ASC 842, financial instruments, IPO process or other capital transactions, or complex debt, equity and employee compensation topics
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
• Value teamwork, are agile, and know the power of building strong relationships
• Skilled at leading, influencing, and motivating colleagues
• Can travel on short notice (Travel expectation: 30%)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Pay

The base salary range for this position is between $197k and $247,250+. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity.

Schedule

This position requires in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site. Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.