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CBH

Manager, CFO Advisory – State & Local Government

CBH

. Plan, manage, and perform governmental accounting advisory engagements .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $106,000 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in governmental accounting, including GAAP and GASB standards, while providing advisory solutions and managing client engagements. Proficient in financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and project management, with strong communication and leadership skills.

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Governmental Accounting AdvisoryGAAP ComplianceGASB Standards ImplementationProject ManagementCPA or CGFM Certification

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Hard Skills
Financial Statement PreparationAccount ReconciliationAudit ExperienceInternal Controls DocumentationData Analysis in ExcelFinancial ReportingEngagement ManagementTechnical SpecializationGFOA ACFR ReviewGovernment Financial Standards
Soft Skills
Interpersonal CommunicationAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCoaching and Development
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeExcel Pivot TablesFinancial Software
Certifications & Qualifications
CPACertified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Industry Keywords
Public AccountingGovernment FinanceState and Local GovernmentFinancial AdvisoryCompliance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Plan, manage, and perform governmental accounting advisory engagements
  • Deliver governmental accounting support, including implementation of new accounting standards, account reconciliations, financial statement closing procedures, financial statement preparation, and on-demand support
  • Address state and local government accounting and financial reporting challenges related to staffing and event-driven needs
  • Delegate and review work of more junior professionals
  • Assess client accounting challenges and develop tailored advisory solutions, engagement timelines, and scopes
  • Evaluate complex governmental accounting situations and determine appropriate treatment under GAAP
  • Review Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports for accuracy and completeness against benchmarks such as GFOA’s ACFR review checklist
  • Identify best practices and recommendations for client account reconciliations and financial processes
  • Develop executive-level reports of findings
  • Provide status updates to client leadership regarding task progress and findings or recommendations
  • Oversee engagement economics and manage resources to meet project goals
  • Keep teams current on governmental accounting pronouncements and industry developments
  • Supervise team members, including professional development, training, and performance evaluation
  • Develop technical specialization and serve as an internal and external technical consultant
  • Develop articles, podcasts, or webinars on governmental accounting matters to build brand recognition
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and identify opportunities for expanded services
  • Develop outside relationships to foster long-term business development

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (preferred), Finance or other business discipline
  • Active or in-process CPA and/or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
  • Minimum 4 years of public accounting experience performing external audit or consulting or 7 years of experience within a state, county or municipality’s finance/accounting department
  • Practical knowledge of relevant professional standards and regulations such as GASB
  • Prior experience auditing or assisting with the financial close for a governmental entity
  • Prior experience with internal controls including documentation and testing of controls
  • Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Solid organizational skills, especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
  • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office products, including ability to analyze and summarize data through formulas, pivot tables, and related Excel add-ins
  • Ability to travel as needed up to 40%
  • Experience with GFOA’s ACFR Special Review Process or ACFR Preparation (preferred)
  • Experience with implementation of GASB standards (preferred)
  • Ability to troubleshoot and solve account reconciliation issues (preferred)
  • Prior experience coaching and developing less experienced associates (preferred)
  • Eligibility to work in the United States
  • Must not require work sponsorship; Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision care
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid Care Leave
  • Comprehensive, high-quality benefits program
  • Competitive compensation packages based on performance
  • Career growth and continuous professional development
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and cultures