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Vice President, Accounting & Reporting Advisory

Stout Risius Ross
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2025

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.

The Vice President will have the opportunity to deliver various types of accounting and finance advisory services including technical accounting, public company readiness, FP&A, finance integration, 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 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
  • 5 years of finance process and / or transformation experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in industries such as but not limited to : manufacturing, CPG, healthcare, and financial services
  • Combination of audit and advisory experience
  • Post-acquisition transaction experience preferred
  • CPA preferred
  • The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

    Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

    The anticipated salary range for this position is between $150,000 and $175,000 depending on prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here -

    Why Stout?

    Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what's most important to them at any life stage. At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

    Stout Culture : We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to representing and including the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Our core values embrace a culture of inclusion and the equitable treatment of all team members, starting with Stout's leadership and spreading across the organization. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain individuals with an array of talents, ideas, and experiences that propel the entrepreneurial spirit and exceptionalism that drive our success. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, click here.

    Professional Development : To foster employee development we offer ongoing training and learning opportunities, employee resources groups, mentorship programming, and professional designation reimbursement. We believe in timely and proactive performance excellence, ongoing 360 feedback, clear performance expectations at each level, and quarterly check-ins with your manager ensure you are supported and growing your career.

    Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout. View our Benefits page to see what this can look like for you.

    Flexible Work Schedules : Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees. This gives you the ability to take time off as appropriate.

    The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

    Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Stout values a diverse workforce and strongly encourages women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ communities, veterans, people with disabilities and members of other underrepresented communities to apply.

    Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.

    For individuals assigned to work in California, Colorado, New York City, or Washington, Stout is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

    A reasonable estimate of the current range is $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here -

    Why Stout?

    Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what's most important to them at any life stage. At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

    Stout Culture : We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to representing and including the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Our core values embrace a culture of inclusion and the equitable treatment of all team members, starting with Stout's leadership and spreading across the organization. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain individuals with an array of talents, ideas, and experiences that propel the entrepreneurial spirit and exceptionalism that drive our success. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, click here.

    Professional Development : To foster employee development we offer ongoing training and learning opportunities, employee resources groups, mentorship programming, and professional designation reimbursement. We believe in timely and proactive performance excellence, ongoing 360 feedback, clear performance expectations at each level, and quarterly check-ins with your manager ensure you are supported and growing your career.

    Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout. View our Benefits page to see what this can look like for you.

    Flexible Work Schedules : Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees. This gives you the ability to take time off as appropriate.

    The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

    Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Stout values a diverse workforce and strongly encourages women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ communities, veterans, people with disabilities and members of other underrepresented communities to apply.

    Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.

    For individuals assigned to work in California, Colorado, New York City, or Washington, Stout is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

    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 -

    Salary : $87,000 - $195,000

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