Director

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.

General Purpose: Seeking a full-time Director to join a growing Accounting & Reporting Advisory practice. The Director/Leader will oversee advisory engagements for private equity and corporate clients in an industry agnostic environment.

Accounting & Reporting Advisory team members engage in a variety of projects, working alongside management (e.g., Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer, Controller, Director of Technical Accounting / Financial Reporting, etc.), board members, operations leaders, and their teams to drive each client company's success and growth.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and training to finance and accounting teams on various accounting standards, address complex accounting issues, and facilitate the client's understanding of relevant regulations
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda and supporting schedules related to business combinations (e.g., ASC 805 technical memo and closing-to-opening balance sheet)
• Conduct business process assessments relative to leading practices and develop business processes for the successful execution and management of large capital projects
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for clients, including, but not limited to, preparation of accurate and timely financial statements and disclosures, or other technical accounting analyses (e.g., memoranda, supporting schedules, required journal entries, etc.)
• Assist with due diligence review of target companies to identify financial risk associates with business combinations
• Prepare and review account reconciliations and communicate with client vendors
• Actively participate in business development, including client pursuits and proposals

Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive consultative technical accounting experience with a focus on business combinations (ASC 805), revenue recognition (ASC 606), and working knowledge of leases (ASC 842)
• 10+ years of experience, with a minimum of four (4) years working in an accounting advisory / consulting capacity
• 6 years of relative Middle Market experience preferred or acquisitive client base

Attributes:

• Entrepreneurial and client-service focused
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Proactively identifies solutions to address challenges
• Relationship-focused (with clients, peers, management, etc.)
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Excels in a team-oriented work environment
• Demonstrates creativity in problem-solving

Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Required

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.

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.

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.

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 $145,000.00 - $300,000.00 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.