Associate, Accounting & Reporting Advisory

Reposted 9 Hours Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
74K-135K Annually
Mid level
Fintech • Software • Financial Services
The Role
The Associate in Accounting & Reporting Advisory will execute engagements, analyze contracts, prepare deliverables, and ensure compliance with accounting standards, collaborating with clients and internal teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

Impact You’ll Make
  • Execute Accounting & Reporting Advisory engagements, with primary responsibility for conducting research and preparing client deliverable.

  • Support client engagements by diagnosing accounting irregularities, evaluating financial data integrity, and advising on remediation strategies to address identified discrepancies.

  • Review and analyze complex contracts, perform technical accounting research, and document conclusions in accordance with applicable guidance.

  • Draft accounting memoranda and prepare supporting models/schedules as applicable, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with relevant accounting standards.

What You’ll Do

  • Support the day-to-day execution of Accounting & Reporting Advisory engagements, collaborating closely with internal teams and clients.

  • Conduct research and assist in preparing client deliverables, including accounting memoranda, accounting policies, financial statement disclosures, supporting schedules, and journal entries.

  • Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverable preparation, and improve overall efficiency and insight.

  • Partner with other service lines—such as valuation and dispute practices—to provide ad hoc research and project support.

  • Contribute to business development and marketing efforts, including proposals, presentations, and thought leadership initiatives.

  • Participate in market-facing activities to build and maintain relationships with clients, prospects, referral sources, public and private companies, and CPA firms.

  • Work with finance-focused ERP systems, including NetSuite, Sage Intacct, SAP, and Oracle.

  • The selected candidate will be an entrepreneurial self-starter, who is interested in participating in growth of service line within the established firm.

What You Bring

  • Familiarity of U.S. GAAP, including areas such as purchase accounting, impairment, complex debt and equity securities, stock-based compensation, revenue recognition, and lease accounting.

  • Familiarity with SEC regulations and filing requirements is a plus.

  • Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis.

  • Experience with preparing financial statements

  • Exposure to or experience with IFRS is a plus.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to translate complex accounting standards and technical guidance into clear, plain-English explanations.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong client-service orientation.

  • Highly organized with strong project and time management skills

  • 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’s in Accounting, Mathematics or Economics

  • 3+ years of relevant professional experience in technical accounting or operational accounting and financial reporting; Big 4 audit/assurance experience, accounting advisory experience, or relevant corporate/industry experience preferred.

  • CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification.

How You’ll Thrive

  • Embrace changing client-imposed deadlines with flexibility and adaptability.

  • Exhibit strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities effectively.

  • Collaborate with engagement leaders and team members while embodying Stout’s core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators.

  • Demonstrate a commitment to delivering Relentless Excellence® in client service and team collaboration.

Why 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.

https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

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. 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, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. 

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws 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 $74,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.

Skills Required

  • 3+ years of relevant professional experience in technical accounting or financial reporting
  • Bachelor's in Accounting, Mathematics or Economics
  • CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification
  • Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations
  • Experience with preparing financial statements

Stout Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stout and has not been reviewed or approved by Stout.

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits include two medical plan options with HSA eligibility, PPO dental with orthodontia, vision, company‑paid life and disability, and EAP support. This breadth forms a comprehensive core offering for U.S.-based professionals.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time away covers PTO, firm holidays, sabbaticals at milestone tenure, and multiple leave types including parental, bereavement, jury duty, military, and FMLA. Some groups use flexible or discretionary time‑off norms that can increase practical usability.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Work‑from‑anywhere and tech credits, wellness reimbursement, legal benefits, identity protection, and pet insurance extend value beyond core coverage. Volunteering and donation‑match programs add additional non‑cash support.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
1,242 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Stout is a global advisory firm specializing in corporate finance, accounting and transaction advisory, valuation, financial disputes, claims, and investigations. We serve a range of clients, from public corporations to privately held companies in numerous industries. Our clients and their advisors rely on our premier expertise, deep industry knowledge, and unparalleled responsiveness on complex matters. Learn about our Relentless Excellence® at stout.com. Stout is a trade name for Stout Risius Ross, LLC, Stout Advisors SA, Stout GmbH, Stout Bluepeak Asia Ltd., and Stout Risius Ross Advisors, LLC, a FINRA-registered broker-dealer and SIPC member firm. The terms "Stout"​ or the "firm"​ refers to one or more of these independent advisory practices

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