Manager, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

FTI Consulting is seeking a Manager, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting to help run the firm’s external reporting and technical accounting activities. This hybrid role is based in McLean, VA and centers on managing Form 10-Q and Form 10-K workflows while supporting accounting review, documentation, and training across corporate, segment, and regional finance groups.

In this position, you will partner with internal finance stakeholders and provide input on technical accounting topics, including areas impacted by estimates, judgments, and complex transactions. You will also interact with auditors and monitor updates from key accounting and regulatory standard-setting bodies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and review of the annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, including financial statement footnotes and MD&A sections
• Prepare accounting white papers for accounting areas subject to estimates, judgments, and complexity, such as revenue, compensation, and goodwill impairment
• Review and provide input on materials produced by Investor Relations for internal and external use
• Manage reports required for 401K compliance, broker-dealer reporting, and certain statutory entities
• Consult with corporate, segment, and regional finance teams on appropriate accounting for topics including revenue recognition, compensation, leases, and cloud computing contracts
• Support research for new and significant transactions, prepare journal entries, and coordinate with the corporate department to ensure entries are recorded in the accounting system
• Monitor ongoing accounting for significant transactions after initial measurement to support successful transition
• Assist with development and delivery of training materials for regional and segment finance personnel on key topics
• Support M&A implementation and integration activities, including purchase accounting, fair value assessments, and related processes
• Consult with independent auditors on accounting matters and disclosure requirements as required
• Monitor activities of accounting and industry standard-setting bodies such as FASB, SEC, AICPA, and others

Requirements

• 6+ years of total finance and accounting experience, including expert knowledge of US GAAP principles and financial statement preparation
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting from an accredited university in the United States
• Active CPA license required

Technology

• Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

What You’ll Grow

• Investing in professional development through a range of programs focused on leadership, growth, and development opportunities
• Continuous learning and individual skills development via on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses, and certifications
• A dedicated coach who mentors, guides, and supports through regular coaching sessions and advocates for professional growth
• Tailored programs for critical professional milestones to prepare you for the next role

Preferred Qualifications

• Time spent with Big 4 public accounting and/or audit
• Self-starter who can follow project plans and coordinate with teams across the organization
• Self-confidence and strong communication skills, including business writing and experience creating presentations for senior management
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Strong problem-solving ability, including identifying root cause and practical mitigation plans
• Team-oriented approach with the ability to direct and influence resources without direct reporting relationships
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Salary: USD 114,000 - 194,500 per year. Location: McLean, VA (hybrid).