Accounting Advisory Manager - Oak Brook, IL

About E78

E78 is a leading provider of finance, accounting and technology solutions for middle-market businesses and financial sponsors. Our team delivers platinum-level advisory, talent, and managed services that address the critical finance, technology, and transformation challenges faced by corporate leaders and private equity sponsors across the middle market through the Fortune 500.

For the sixth consecutive year, E78 has made the Inc. 5000 list, at No. 734 in 2024, which includes a three-year revenue growth of 655%

We are a community of results-driven gamechangers, and our passion drives us to achieve success through meaningful work and inspires us to make a lasting impact.

E78 is headquartered in Oak Brook, IL with offices around the country. Come join our growing team!

A few reasons why 450 professionals are thriving at E78:

• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) - Which includes traditional vacation time and sick leave
• Industry leading maternity benefits, which also includes Parental Leave
• Bonus eligibility
• For every dollar contributed E78 will match up to 4%
• Highly competitive salaries
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Blue chip client logos to partner with
• A culture of support and inclusion that fosters collaboration and diversity
• World-class leadership committed to your development
• Extensive career experience - E78 employees work alongside mid-late career professionals with vast skillsets and expertise in their respective fields.
• Consistent team - Working with a single point of contact ensures a dependable team that is familiar with your business needs.
• Partnership alignment with goals - E78 prioritizes understanding and aligning with your goals to ensure success.
• Access to expert resources - E78 provides access to a robust partner ecosystem within the NetSuite ecosystem for consulting and support during implementations and beyond.

Position Summary

The Manager is responsible for leading and managing client projects and delivering financial advisory services to clients. They work closely with Directors and Sr. Directors, as well as collaborating with other teams and service lines within the firm. This individual will provide technical accounting, purchase accounting, and ASC 606, ASC 842, and other complex accounting standard expertise. They will also supervise, coach, and mentor Senior Associates/Consultants and Associates/Consultants

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of financial advisory services ensuring high quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Lead and oversee project teams, ensuring effective communication, coordination, and collaboration among team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and external parties, and provide them with strategic advice and solutions that meet their needs and expectations.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, through opportunity augmentation and cross-selling across other E78 practices, and support E78's business development initiatives, by leveraging their network, expertise, and reputation.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and feedback to junior staff, and foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where everyone can learn, grow, and deliver.
• Enhance E78's reputation and brand by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and excellence in service delivery, and by adhering to the firm's policies and standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
• 6-8 years of experience in financial consulting, advisory, or related services in a Big Four Audit, National Accounting, Management Consulting, or Professional Services firm and a proven track record of client delivery achievement, project management, and supervision.
• Candidates living near E78's corporate headquarters, in Oak Brook, IL, are required to work in the office 3 days a week.
• The salary range in Illinois is $100,000 - $125,000 which includes a base salary and bonus and will be based on experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills and the ability to handle complex and large data sets.
• Proficient in financial modeling, valuation, and accounting principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and team members at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Experience with financial software, such as Power BI and Adaptive is a plus.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented and the ability to work independently and under pressure.

Core Competencies

• Entrepreneurial focus
• Business thinking
• Functional/technical expertise
• Team player
• Change agility
• Organization & planning
• Drive/energy

E78 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and reproductive health choices), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as someone with a disability, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.