CFO Advisory, Manager (GPS State & Local Gov't)
Core
Managing and delivering governmental accounting engagements, including financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and implementation of new accounting standards for state and local governments.
Role type
Manager, Accounting Advisory (Governmental)
Builds
Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFR), financial statements, and advisory solutions for state/local governments
Domain
Public Accounting / Governmental Accounting
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Governmental accounting technical knowledge, GAAP evaluation, ACFR preparation, internal controls testing, project management, financial close procedures, regulatory compliance analysis, executive reporting, team supervision, technical specialization development
Preferred skills
GFOA ACFR Special Review Process experience, GASB standards implementation, account reconciliation troubleshooting, coaching and developing associates
Technologies
Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, add-ins)
Responsibilities
Plan, manage, and perform engagements including account reconciliation and financial close assistance; Evaluate complex governmental accounting situations and determine appropriate GAAP treatment; Review ACFRs for accuracy against GFOA benchmarks; Develop tailored advisory solutions and executive-level reports; Provide status updates to client leadership; Oversee engagement economics and resource management; Supervise team members including professional development and performance evaluation; Develop content (articles, podcasts, webinars) on governmental accounting; Identify business development opportunities and foster outside relationships
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities