Senior Associate, Technical Accounting Advisory
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at Kroll. New York · full-time · $70,000–$150,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Help resolve technical accounting and transaction questions, then support delivery of the agreed solutions to clients
- Prepare client materials such as accounting memos, calculation workbooks and financial statement disclosures
- Evaluate complex accounting judgments involving revenue, acquisitions, financial instruments and other listed topics
- Research client accounting issues independently and with colleagues, while coordinating across engagement teams
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance or a related discipline, plus CPA certification
- At least two years of U.S. GAAP technical accounting work, including experience with the specified accounting standards
- Background drafting technical accounting memorandums
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially in Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Who this fits
This role suits someone building on technical accounting knowledge who is interested in M&A advisory and related accounting work. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across practice areas and engagement teams, and the role is based in New York.
From the employer
To complement its existing Transaction Advisory Services offering, Kroll is continuing to grow its Technical Accounting Advisory practice. This team provides commercially focused technical accounting advice across the entire deal continuum, from the assessment of pre deal accounting complexities to post close financial reporting. The team provides specialist accounting advice to clients across a range of areas, often working as part of cross-functional teams including Transaction Advisory Services, Tax and Valuations.
We are seeking a high-caliber individual looking to build on their current technical knowledge and commercial experience.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
Support the identification of efficient and effective solutions to technical accounting and transaction issues and assist in delivering these solutions to our clients
Execute technical accounting workstreams, including preparation of deliverables such as technical memos, supporting workbooks, and financial statement disclosures
Assist in assessing the appropriate treatment for complex or judgmental accounting issues, e.g., revenue recognition, Business combinations, financial instruments, share‑based payments, GAAP conversions, etc.
Work on a collaborative basis across our practice
Consistently deliver excellent client service
Build and maintain strong internal relationships and effectively collaborate with colleagues across engagement teams
Develop an understanding of client issues and outcomes and conduct accounting research autonomously and in consultation with colleagues
Essential traits:
Bachelor’s in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related discipline
CPA Certification required
Minimum 2 years of U.S. GAAP technical accounting experience (in particular ASC 805, ASC 606, ASC 718, ASC 815, ASC 470)
Public accounting experience beneficial but not mandatory
Experience drafting technical accounting memorandums
Key interest in M&A advisory; accounting due diligence; purchase price allocations; financial instruments
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
High proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, with focus on Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Strong written and verbal communication skills that help represent diverse communities
Experience working effectively with diverse teams
About Kroll
Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.
In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via careers.kroll.com.
Kroll is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.
Salary range for this role is $70,000 - $150,000 USD