Technical Accounting Manager

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Make your mark. Go beyond the numbers, do something different by developing rapport with clients and making a difference.

Whether you intend to specialize or would rather gain exposure across many service lines, you won't be limited at Plante Moran.

We'll encourage you to explore diverse opportunities to find your focus and thrive in your chosen career.

Plante Moran enjoys a "Workplace for Your Day" model which, simply put, means no one knows the best place for you to physically work better than you.

Our staff choose their work location based on their individual day's needs, and gives them the flexibility they need when they need it.

If staff need to go into the office to collaborate, the space is there, and if they have a day where they need to focus alone, then staying home works just fine, too.

Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to :

• Participate the firm-wide process of establishing firm-wide accounting policies and evaluating and implementing new accounting standards
• Participate in content development of internal resources for practice staff including :
• Accounting Technical Alerts and Updates for internal and external distribution
• Creation of guidance and tools for assurance staff
• Development of accounting and assurance training content
• Develop and maintain assurance programs and checklists
• Lead and support special projects as required, including research, analysis and communication
• Interaction with the firm's Professional Standards Team Central Office and Industry Technical Leaders to determine impacts of new accounting and auditing standards in relevant industries
• Monitor, review and interpret impact on the Firm of new accounting / reporting standards, interpretations, or proposals promulgated by various professional and regulatory agencies including the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC), and the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
• Develop responses to FASB, SEC, and IASB on their proposals for comment
• Provide support to firm-wide assurance, independence and quality management initiatives

The qualifications.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required
• CPA certification is required
• 6+ years of recent public accounting experience is required
• Demonstrated technical aptitude in accounting and auditing
• Strong technical research skills, including use of electronic tools
• 20% travel is required for this role

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.

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.

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Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085) Information

Compensation is commensurate with technical skills and experience and is provided in accordance with the CO Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Compensation information posted is based on a position being located in the state of CO. Please review position location for applicable geographic location.

Colorado monthly base range is as follows :

$8,750.00 to $13,333.33

We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week.

Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. These standard offerings are effective on the first of the month following your start date.

In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays as well as a balance fund, 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging and meal reimbursement for business-related use.

A Pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff.

Plante Moran also offers Interns and Contractors the option to elect health insurance under our contingent staff medical plan as of the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment in addition to limited paid time sick time.

Seasonal staff are not eligible for benefits.

Colorado Job Application Fairness Act

Under Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact from any documents that you submit in connection with your application information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting the documentation.