Vice President
At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do 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.
The Vice President will have the opportunity to deliver various types of accounting and finance advisory services including technical accounting, public company readiness, financial reporting, controllership and internal controls.
As a member of the ARA practice, the Vice President 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 accountingFinancial statement preparationExperience interpreting complex accounting standards / treatment and documenting into practical termsDeep experience with M&A transactions, particularly with post-acquisition integrationAICPA and PCAOB-level audit readiness preferredExperience presenting to the c-suite and executive tierEntrepreneurial and client-service focusedStrong organizational skillsFamiliarity with accounting systems including QuickBooks, Xero, Bill.com, and ExpensifyRelationship-focused (with clients, peers, management, etc.)Positive and enthusiastic attitudeExcels in a team-oriented work environmentShows creativity in problem solvingAccountability and ability to multi-taskStrong technical and analytical skillsEducation and / or Training :
Bachelor of Finance or Accounting5+ years of finance process and / or transformation experienceDemonstrated expertise in industries such as but not limited to : manufacturing, CPG, healthcare, and financial servicesCombination of audit and advisory experiencePost-acquisition transaction experience preferredCPA preferredWhy Stout?
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. Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.
A reasonable estimate of the current range is $87,000.00 - $195,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here.