Director, Technical Accounting Advisory

Description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Director to join our growing Accounting Advisory team in New York. This role is ideal for a senior professional with deep US GAAP expertise and significant experience advising clients on complex transactions, financial reporting matters, and capital markets activities. The Director will lead high-profile client engagements, oversee cross-functional teams, contribute to practice leadership, and play a central role in business development and growth across the U.S. market. This role offers an accelerated path to Managing Director for individuals who demonstrate strong commercial acumen, client leadership, and strategic impact. The individual will help drive the growth of the Kroll Accounting Advisory practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute and manage multiple US GAAP technical accounting and transaction advisory engagements, across all non-FS core sectors.
• Provide expert guidance on complex accounting matters including but not limited to: ASC 805 (Business Combinations), ASC 606 (Revenue), ASC 718 (Stock-Based Compensation), ASC 470, 480, 815 (Complex financial instruments) and ASC 810 (Consolidation).
• Oversee the preparation and review of technical accounting papers, financial statement disclosures, and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Valuation, FDD) to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions and serve as a visible leader across the broader advisory platform.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor to CFOs, Controllers, and Boards.
• Driving training and practice initiatives, including the m entorship and development of junior team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Drive, develop and support business development initiatives through origination, account expansion, solution development and practice growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA required; experience in public accounting and/or a leading advisory platform strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in accounting advisory, with a strong focus on providing US GAAP technical accounting support and assistance.
• Demonstrated experience advising clients on M&A transactions, complex financial instruments, financial reporting matters, and capital markets activities.
• Experience supervising senior associates and VPs
• Proven business development experience, including identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, and winning new work.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder engagements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex accounting concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in use of AI tools desirable but not mandatory.
• Experience working in diverse, cross-border teams.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via careers.kroll.com.

Kroll is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

Salary range for this role is $125,000 - $250,000 USD

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