The Role
Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
Finance Advisory group is seeking a highly experienced Senior Associate, Technical Accounting Consultant to support complex, client-facing technical accounting engagements. This is a highly visible, client-facing consulting role designed for experienced public accounting professionals who want to move beyond traditional audit and into strategic, project-based advisory work.
Position Responsibilities:
- Audit Preparation & IPO Readiness
- Support clients preparing for PCAOB audits and public company readiness initiatives.
- Draft and review SEC-ready financial statement disclosures and footnotes.
- Prepare technical accounting memos and position papers suitable for external auditors and SEC review.
- Assist with implementation of public company reporting processes and internal controls.
- Technical Accounting Advisory (Ad Hoc Projects)
- Lead & support short-term, topic-specific engagements involving complex accounting matters, including:
- Business combinations (ASC 805)
- Stock-based compensation (ASC 718)
- Revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Lease accounting (ASC 842)
- Debt/equity transactions and complex financial instruments
- Develop detailed accounting workbooks, valuation support schedules, and supporting documentation.
- Serve as a technical resource for client finance and accounting teams.
- Managed Lease Services Support
- Support outsourced lease accounting engagements utilizing FinQueary (formerly known as LeaseQuery)
- Review lease classifications, calculations, and reporting outputs.
- Provide technical guidance related to ASC 842 compliance.
- Client Advisory & Project Execution
- Interface directly with CFOs, Controllers, auditors, and legal teams.
- Deliver clear, concise technical guidance and practical implementation solutions.
- Manage workstreams independently with minimal supervision.
- Ensure high-quality, audit-ready deliverables within tight deadlines.
Qualifications:
- 4–7+ years of progressive experience in Big 4 or top-tier public accounting.
- Strong foundation in SEC reporting and public company audit environments.
- Demonstrated experience with complex technical accounting areas (e.g., business combinations, stock compensation, revenue recognition).
- Experience preparing technical accounting memos and supporting audit documentation.
- CPA license (active or eligible).
Preferred Experience
- Direct experience supporting IPO readiness or SEC filings (S-1, 10-K, 10-Q).
- Experience working with high-growth technology or venture-backed companies.
- Exposure to lease accounting platforms such as LeaseQuery.
- Prior consulting or advisory experience preferred.
Key Competencies
- Deep technical accounting knowledge with ability to provide immediate, credible guidance.
- Strong written communication skills—particularly technical memo drafting.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced consulting environment.
- High level of professional judgment and problem-solving ability.
- Client-facing confidence and executive presence.
The application window is anticipated to close on May 2nd, 2026 and may be extended as needed.
Why work for Aprio:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
What’s in it for you:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
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The Company
What We Do
Aprio is a premier CPA and business advisory firm that advises clients and associates on how to achieve what’s next. Aprio’s associates work as integrated teams across advisory, assurance, tax, outsourcing, staffing and private client services, bringing the best thinking and personal commitment to each client. Across practices, Aprio brings together proven expertise, deep understanding and strategic foresight for industries including Manufacturing and Distribution; Non-Profit and Education; Professional Services; Real Estate and Construction; Retail, Franchise and Hospitality; and Technology and Blockchain. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Aprio has grown to over 1,000+ team members. To serve clients wherever life or business may take them, Aprio’s teams speak more than 30 languages and work with clients in over 50 countries.
