Manager, Accounting and Financial Reporting

About Charles River Associates

For over 50 years, Charles River Associates has been a premier consulting firm that offers employees a place to learn from a diverse group of consultants, industry experts, and academics. At CRA you will be exposed to leading minds who use economic, financial, and business analysis to solve complex world problems for an impressive roster of clients, including major law firms, Fortune 100 companies, and government agencies. Through a collegial environment, formal and informal training opportunities, and a broad array of professional development resources, your experience at CRA will open doors for you as you launch your career.

Position Overview

We seek a Manager of Accounting and Financial Reporting to join our Financial Administration team in our Boston Office. The Manager will report to the Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting, and will be responsible for overseeing internal reporting and assisting with external reporting, including the Company's financial statements as prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP and filed with the SEC. This individual will also be responsible for preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and providing general ledger and period close support on a global basis. The Manager will assist in technical accounting matters across all areas of the Financial Administration team, including evaluating the impact of new accounting pronouncements. The position combines practical application of accounting principles and business acumen to analyze financial information in the production and disbursement of financial reports.

• Supervise Staff Accountant;
• Manage the monthly financial close process, including the financial close calendar, consolidation, balance sheet and income statement flux analyses, and production of internal financial statements, including the statement of cash flows;
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring that transactions are accurately explained and supported;
• Support the preparation of external reporting, 10-Qs, 10-Ks, 8-Ks, earnings releases, and other investor materials;
• Prepare annual budget schedules;
• Assist with key technical accounting analyses of complex accounting transactions such as leases, compensation agreements, equity transactions, revenue contracts, related party transactions, intangibles, goodwill, and acquisitions;
• Assist with the external and internal audit processes;
• Assist with ad-hoc projects as requested.

Desired Qualifications

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Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.