Role Overview:

We are seeking an Accounting Advisory Manager to lead global client engagements across complex accounting, financial reporting, and transaction-related solutions. This role involves managing multi-location teams, advising clients on US GAAP / IFRS matters, supporting IPO and SPAC transactions, and delivering high-quality accounting advisory services within agreed timelines and budgets.

- The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise, client management capabilities, and experience in leading high-performing teams in a consulting or advisory environment.

Scope of Work & Key Responsibilities:

- Lead client service teams to deliver Financial Accounting and Reporting Excellence solutions.

- Review financial statements, including comprehensive notes and disclosures, prepared in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, and other applicable GAAPs.

- Support PCAOB-compliant financial reporting and assist clients through the audit completion process.

- Review and support SEC filings, including Form 10-Q and 10-K.

- Prepare and review draft comfort letters for capital market transactions.

Provide accounting advisory support for:

- IPO readiness

- SPAC transactions (target and post-merger entities)

- Business combinations and carve-outs

- Support transaction accounting, including purchase price allocation and goodwill assessments.

- Lead GAAP conversions (IFRS - US GAAP - Ind AS).

Advise on accounting changes and implementation of new standards, including:

- Revenue recognition (ASC 606 / IFRS 15)

- Lease accounting (ASC 842 / IFRS 16)

- Expected Credit Losses (CECL / ECL)

Provide solutions for complex accounting areas, including:

- Goodwill impairment

- Share-based payments

- Financial instruments

Consolidations:

- Develop and review accounting policies and governance frameworks.

- Support audit remediation and audit readiness initiatives.

- Assist with financial statement close process support and consolidation activities.

- Draft and review technical accounting memos.

- Perform technical accounting research and provide well-supported advisory conclusions.

- Support compilation and consolidation of financial statements.

Leadership & Team Management:

- Develop, mentor, and manage junior and mid-level team members.

- Lead and grow a team of accounting advisory professionals across levels.

- Ensure delivery of high-quality work, on time and within budget.

- Identify training and development opportunities for high-performing team members.

- Organize and deliver technical accounting training sessions internally and for clients.

Business Development & Client Management

- Build strong, long-term client relationships.

- Demonstrate strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Support business development and marketing initiatives, including proposal development and client pitches.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education & Certification

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or ACCA

Relevant Experience : 5+ years of post-qualification experience in:

- Accounting advisory

- Audit

- Finance controllership

- At least 4 years of hands-on experience in Financial Accounting & Advisory roles

- Proven experience in IPO readiness, SPAC transactions, and business combinations

Technical Skills & Expertise:

- Expert knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS, with working knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS)

Extensive hands-on experience in:

- GAAP conversions and implementation of new accounting standards

- Drafting accounting policies and technical memos

- Financial reporting and consolidation

- Audit coordination and remediation

- Strong understanding of SEC reporting requirements

Key Competencies:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Client-focused mindset with strong presentation abilities

- Ability to manage multiple engagements in a fast-paced environment

- Leadership capability with a collaborative approach