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The Senior Manager will play a key role within our Capital Markets Transactions (CMT) group within Assurance--> Technical Accounting & Reporting. We are seeking professionals who want to build off their IPO and transactions experience to oversee complex engagement related to IPO/SPAC readiness and execution as well as other transactions and technical accounting projects. This individual will manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, providing technical guidance, project oversight, and cross-functional coordination to ensure high-quality delivery to our clients. At Deloitte, we provide services using an approach designed to provide the flexibility to serve the unique circumstances and complexities of our clients. You'll gain exposure to a variety of industries, business models and financial accounting areas, helping your career growth and professional development.

Work you'll do

As a Capital Markets Transactions - Senior Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations of IPO, SPAC, and other CMT advisory engagements. You'll closely work with the team to tackle accounting, reporting and other issues, while using our cutting-edge tools and technology. You will leverage your various skillsets to be an agile contributor to the practice. Other responsibilities will include:

• Identify, prepare and participate in proposals and marketplace activities.
• Lead IPO readiness and execution engagements, including project planning, stakeholder management, and delivery of key milestones.
• Strengthen client relationships and generate additional engagement opportunities through excellent quality, timely execution and a strategic approach to service delivery.
• Supervise, coach and mentor all levels of staff. Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback and training. Develop and communicate workplace culture and code of conduct.
• Be part of a team that assists clients in preparing the financial and reporting aspects of an IPO/ SPAC, such as:
• Assess public company readiness
• SEC reporting requirements
• Technical accounting matters
• GAAP conversion from or into international accounting standards, e.g., IFRS or US GAAP
• Preparation of the financial disclosures including assisting with the preparation of SEC documents
• Services implementing corporate governance structures, streamlined close, consolidate report processes, consideration of investor relations, human capital, and operational improvements
• Oversee multiple workstreams concurrently, ensuring alignment, timely execution, and adherence to project objectives.
• Provide technical expertise on accounting and financial reporting matters related to transactions.
• Manage engagement economics, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Develop, maintain and leverage internal contacts across Deloitte businesses.
• Strengthen client relationships and generate additional engagement opportunities through excellent quality, timely execution and a strategic approach to service delivery.
• Supervise, coach and mentor all levels of staff. Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback and training. Develop and communicate workplace culture and code of conduct.
• Be an advisor to newly public and private clients to assist with accounting and financial reporting, among other areas.
• Stay connected to market trends to think through future innovative solutions.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite, with particular expertise in Excel and PowerPoint, to deliver high-quality analyses and presentations.
• Leverage industry knowledge in financial services, crypto, technology, and/or aerospace and defense; prior experience in these sectors is a plus.
• Research and clearly document accounting issues, ensuring alignment with applicable accounting standards.
• Analyze complex documents, synthesize and summarize key facts for stakeholders.
• Apply creative thinking and effective problem-solving skills to manage multiple engagements independently.
• Foster and manage strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor.
• Lead, motivate, and manage teams comprising members at all levels of experience.
• Provide excellent on-the-job training and demonstrate a passion for teaching and mentoring others.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment, adapting to changing priorities.
• Exhibit superior project and time management abilities to meet deadlines and deliver results.
• Communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly, supported by strong presentation skills.
• Expand market presence by networking and building strategic relationships within the industry.
• Work efficiently and effectively within virtual and remote team environments.
• Stay current on regulatory and capital markets developments impacting clients and engagements.

The team

Our team culture is collaborative and encourages team members to take initiative and seek on-the-job learning opportunities. Our audit professionals are committed to excellence and to enhancing the trust of the investing public and capital markets. Quality is our top priority, and by focusing on innovation, we continue to raise the bar on quality and deliver greater value to our clients. Learn more about Deloitte Assurance services.

Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• 8+ years of public accounting or equivalent experience, ideally within a public accounting and/or advisory environment
• 5+ years of experience in managing and supervising teams
• Deep understanding of capital markets transactions (e.g., IPOs, SPACs, and other equity/debt offerings)
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting background
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-threaded projects with competing priorities
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills
• Strong and up-to-date technical knowledge of US GAAP accounting standards
• Must have one of the following certifications: CPA (in office state), CFA, CRISC, PMP or other related certification.
• You should reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required
• You can expect to co-locate on average 3 times a week with variations based on types of work/projects and client locations
• Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in accounting or related field
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Financial services, crypto, technology, and/or aerospace and defense industry experience
• Experience in financial reporting and SEC requirements of IPOs

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $161,925 - $269,875.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

The Senior Manager will play a key role within our Capital Markets Transactions (CMT) group within Assurance--> Technical Accounting & Reporting. We are seeking professionals who want to build off their IPO and transactions experience to oversee complex engagement related to IPO/SPAC readiness and execution as well as other transactions and technical accounting projects. This individual will manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, providing technical guidance, project oversight, and cross-functional coordination to ensure high-quality delivery to our clients. At Deloitte, we provide services using an approach designed to provide the flexibility to serve the unique circumstances and complexities of our clients. You'll gain exposure to a variety of industries, business models and financial accounting areas, helping your career growth and professional development.

Work you'll do

As a Capital Markets Transactions - Senior Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations of IPO, SPAC, and other CMT advisory engagements. You'll closely work with the team to tackle accounting, reporting and other issues, while using our cutting-edge tools and technology. You will leverage your various skillsets to be an agile contributor to the practice. Other responsibilities will include:

• Identify, prepare and participate in proposals and marketplace activities.
• Lead IPO readiness and execution engagements, including project planning, stakeholder management, and delivery of key milestones.
• Strengthen client relationships and generate additional engagement opportunities through excellent quality, timely execution and a strategic approach to service delivery.
• Supervise, coach and mentor all levels of staff. Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback and training. Develop and communicate workplace culture and code of conduct.
• Be part of a team that assists clients in preparing the financial and reporting aspects of an IPO/ SPAC, such as:
• Assess public company readiness
• SEC reporting requirements
• Technical accounting matters
• GAAP conversion from or into international accounting standards, e.g., IFRS or US GAAP
• Preparation of the financial disclosures including assisting with the preparation of SEC documents
• Services implementing corporate governance structures, streamlined close, consolidate report processes, consideration of investor relations, human capital, and operational improvements
• Oversee multiple workstreams concurrently, ensuring alignment, timely execution, and adherence to project objectives.
• Provide technical expertise on accounting and financial reporting matters related to transactions.
• Manage engagement economics, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Develop, maintain and leverage internal contacts across Deloitte businesses.
• Strengthen client relationships and generate additional engagement opportunities through excellent quality, timely execution and a strategic approach to service delivery.
• Supervise, coach and mentor all levels of staff. Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback and training. Develop and communicate workplace culture and code of conduct.
• Be an advisor to newly public and private clients to assist with accounting and financial reporting, among other areas.
• Stay connected to market trends to think through future innovative solutions.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite, with particular expertise in Excel and PowerPoint, to deliver high-quality analyses and presentations.
• Leverage industry knowledge in financial services, crypto, technology, and/or aerospace and defense; prior experience in these sectors is a plus.
• Research and clearly document accounting issues, ensuring alignment with applicable accounting standards.
• Analyze complex documents, synthesize and summarize key facts for stakeholders.
• Apply creative thinking and effective problem-solving skills to manage multiple engagements independently.
• Foster and manage strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor.
• Lead, motivate, and manage teams comprising members at all levels of experience.
• Provide excellent on-the-job training and demonstrate a passion for teaching and mentoring others.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment, adapting to changing priorities.
• Exhibit superior project and time management abilities to meet deadlines and deliver results.
• Communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly, supported by strong presentation skills.
• Expand market presence by networking and building strategic relationships within the industry.
• Work efficiently and effectively within virtual and remote team environments.
• Stay current on regulatory and capital markets developments impacting clients and engagements.

The team

Our team culture is collaborative and encourages team members to take initiative and seek on-the-job learning opportunities. Our audit professionals are committed to excellence and to enhancing the trust of the investing public and capital markets. Quality is our top priority, and by focusing on innovation, we continue to raise the bar on quality and deliver greater value to our clients. Learn more about Deloitte Assurance services.

Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• 8+ years of public accounting or equivalent experience, ideally within a public accounting and/or advisory environment
• 5+ years of experience in managing and supervising teams
• Deep understanding of capital markets transactions (e.g., IPOs, SPACs, and other equity/debt offerings)
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting background
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-threaded projects with competing priorities
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills
• Strong and up-to-date technical knowledge of US GAAP accounting standards
• Must have one of the following certifications: CPA (in office state), CFA, CRISC, PMP or other related certification.
• You should reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required
• You can expect to co-locate on average 3 times a week with variations based on types of work/projects and client locations
• Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• L...