Senior Manager - Technical Accounting Advisory
DLA • New York, New York • Full Time
Posted on Fri, Oct 9, 2026
Looking for Your Next Opportunity in Accounting Consulting or Advisory?
At DLA, our Accounting & Financial Operations team helps private and public companies navigate technical accounting, financial reporting, audit readiness, and IPO readiness. As a Senior Manager – Accounting Advisory, you’ll work closely with clients and Partners, develop a talented team, and help shape a growing practice. Our boutique firm offers varied client engagements, hands-on leadership opportunities, and clear paths for career growth and advancement.
We’re currently looking for a Technical Accounting Senior Manager to join our Accounting & Financial Operations team. If you're ready to lead complex accounting advisory projects, build client relationships, and develop your team while growing your career in a people-first firm, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Manager – Accounting Advisory, you’ll lead engagements while staying directly involved in technical accounting and financial reporting. Your day-to-day may include:
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Lead technical accounting, financial reporting, audit readiness, and IPO readiness engagements.
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Advise clients on complex accounting matters and new accounting standards.
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Prepare and review GAAP financial statements, disclosures, and supporting workpapers.
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Guide clients through SEC financial reporting and filing requirements.
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Manage engagement delivery, competing priorities, and hands-on technical accounting execution.
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Develop team members through clear direction, coaching, and constructive feedback.
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Support Partners with client relationships, business development, and practice management.
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Improve processes and develop scalable solutions that support practice growth.
What You’ll Bring
We know great team members come from all kinds of backgrounds. Some things we typically look for:
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Hold a bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA certification is required.
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Bring 10+ years of relevant accounting or professional services experience.
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Offer top 10 accounting and advisory firm experience, strongly preferred.
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Bring experience serving middle-market companies and/or private equity-backed businesses.
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Demonstrate strong technical accounting, U.S. GAAP, and financial reporting expertise.
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Apply strong analytical, accounting research, project management, and problem-solving skills.
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Lead and develop teams while managing multiple engagements and priorities.
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Communicate and present complex accounting matters clearly to clients and Partners.
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Balance hands-on technical execution with client service and practice development.
Why DLA
DLA is a people-first firm built on collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth. Our core values - People First, Stronger Together, Driven to Deliver, Evolve with Purpose, and Growth-Oriented Mindset, aren't just words on a wall; they're how we hire, work, and grow together. Here’s what sets us apart:
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Emphasis on work-life balance compared to traditional audit firms
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Flexible PTO (plus your birthday as a holiday)
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Direct client exposure from day one
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Career path to leadership & Partner
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Hybrid work model with flexibility built in
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401(k) match, referral programs, and comprehensive benefits
Come Be a Part of Our Success Story
At DLA, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Driven by our mission to deliver forward-thinking, client-focused advisory services, we hire great people from all backgrounds, because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values of Integrity, Quality, Innovation, Collaboration, and Community, you’ll find a home here.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.
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AuditFriendly salary estimate
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