Internal Technical Accounting Group Experienced Manager

Grant Thornton • New York, NY

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Internal Technical Accounting Group (ITAG) Manager, you will use your technical accounting and leadership skills to assist audit engagement teams with their accounting issues – all with the resources, environment and support to help you excel. More specifically, you will support audit engagement teams on complex accounting matters arising from regulatory or strategic business changes such as adoption of new accounting standards, transactional accounting applications, among others.

You’ll collaborate with audit engagement teams and Grant Thornton’s audit clients because together is how we succeed. You will also collaborate with the Accounting Principles Group (APG) and the Professional Practice Directors (PPD) in determining areas which require consultation with experts within those groups.

From day one, you’ll be empowered with access to firm leaders, mentors, and training programs to help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
Supporting multiple engagement teams concurrently on complex accounting transactions
Assist audit engagement teams on technical accounting matters including reviewing management memos, preparing GT documentation within management’s memos, preparing technical accounting positions for internal records, providing support around transaction audit review, and preparing memos for consultation with APG and/ or PPD
Ensuring work is performed timely, with quality, and in compliance with regulatory requirements
Training and supervising less experienced colleagues and providing consistent, regular feedback
Prepare training materials and facilitate targeted training sessions for the broader audit practice
Assist in developing technical accounting memo templates as well as other templates, as required
Represent Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events
Building your technical and professional skills through formal training
Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines required; Master’s degree a plus
Minimum 5 years of experience in providing financial statement audits, accounting advisory services, or corporate accounting/finance center of excellence experience focusing on complex accounting transactions
An active CPA license is required
Working knowledge in accounting standards including revenue, debt/ equity, consolidation/ VIE, business combinations, share- based payments, going concern, discontinued operations and held for sale, and impairment models under ASC 350 and ASC 360, among other areas of US GAAP and IFRS
Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
Value teamwork, are agile, and know the power of building strong relationships
Are curious about or have exposure to automation and digitization tools as part of audits or in the professional services environment
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.
The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers

Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.

Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details:
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [e-mail].

For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Grant Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines required; Master’s degree a plus
• Minimum 5 years of experience in providing financial statement audits, accounting advisory services, or corporate accounting/finance center of excellence experience focusing on complex accounting transactions
• An active CPA license is required
• Working knowledge in accounting standards including revenue, debt/ equity, consolidation/ VIE, business combinations, share- based payments, going concern, discontinued operations and held for sale, and impairment models under ASC 350 and ASC 360, among other areas of US GAAP and IFRS
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
• Value teamwork, are agile, and know the power of building strong relationships
• Are curious about or have exposure to automation and digitization tools as part of audits or in the professional services environment
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree a plus

Responsibilities

• Supporting multiple engagement teams concurrently on complex accounting transactions
• Assist audit engagement teams on technical accounting matters including reviewing management memos, preparing GT documentation within management’s memos, preparing technical accounting positions for internal records, providing support around transaction audit review, and preparing memos for consultation with APG and/ or PPD
• Ensuring work is performed timely, with quality, and in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Training and supervising less experienced colleagues and providing consistent, regular feedback
• Prepare training materials and facilitate targeted training sessions for the broader audit practice
• Assist in developing technical accounting memo templates as well as other templates, as required
• Represent Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events
• Building your technical and professional skills through formal training
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program.
• Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
• Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program.
• Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
• Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
• Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program.
• Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager