Associate, Accounting & Reporting Advisory

Associate In Stout's Accounting & Reporting Advisory Group

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.

As an Associate in Stout's Accounting & Reporting Advisory group, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to deliver a broad range of accounting and finance advisory services, including technical accounting, financial reporting, controllership support, and post-acquisition integration. You'll support clients across industries from early-stage startups to large public companies by helping prepare financial statements, conduct technical accounting research, support SEC readiness efforts, and assist with day-to-day accounting operations. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role that offers exposure to high-impact projects and opportunities to grow your skills in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

As a member of the ARA practice, the Associate will :

Partner with clients ranging from early stage to large publicly traded organizations in an industry agnostic environment

Prepare and review of account reconciliations and communication with client vendors

Review of complex contracts and the related technical accounting research

Preparation of accounting memoranda and policies

Determine appropriate journal entries and other operational accounting matters

Preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures

Research on SEC filing requirements, and preparation of supporting accounting schedules and other audit support

Serve as post-acquisition integration SME including demonstrating familiarity with standard IMO practices and procedures

Serve as a technical accounting subject-matter expert for the firm's valuation practice, providing ad hoc research and support

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for clients including management of accounts payable and accounts receivable, processing and posting payroll, preparing and posting journal entries

Actively involved in business development including client pursuits and proposals

Identify areas to scale efficiencies and new ways of working across multiple projects and environments

Interact with finance-focused ERPs, e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, SAP, Oracle

The selected candidate will be an entrepreneurial self-starter, who is interested in participating in growth of service line within the established firm.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Broad knowledge of US GAAP, which may include : purchase accounting, derivatives, complex debt and equity securities, stock-based compensation, revenue recognition, and lease accounting

Financial statement preparation

Experience interpreting complex accounting standards / treatment and documenting into practical terms

Deep experience with M&A transactions, particularly with post-acquisition integration

AICPA and PCAOB-level audit readiness preferred

Experience presenting to the c-suite and executive tier

Entrepreneurial and client-service focused

Strong organizational skills

Familiarity with accounting systems including QuickBooks, Xero, Bill.com, and Expensify

Relationship-focused (with clients, peers, management, etc.)

Positive and enthusiastic attitude

Excels in a team-oriented work environment

Shows creativity in problem solving

Accountability and ability to multi-task

Strong technical and analytical skills

Education and / or Training

Bachelor of Finance or Accounting

3+ yearsof finance process and / or transformation experience

Demonstrated expertise in industries such as but not limited to : manufacturing, CPG, healthcare, and financial services

Combination o audit and advisory experience

Post-acquisition transaction experience preferred

CPA preferred

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.