Company DescriptionCNM LLP is a specialized boutique accounting and consulting services firm looking for a Manager level accounting professional to help double the size of our firm in three years. As a result, you will have the opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment that is a playground for highly skilled, self-motivated professionals. You will manage 1-2 concurrent project teams which advise and collaborate with high growth companies on significate equity transactions including their initial public offering (IPO) process and solve complex technical accounting issues. You will also manage project teams to assist with SOX compliance and internal audit projects for companies that range from newly public high growth entities in rapidly changing environments to the largest entertainment and public companies in Orange County.Job DescriptionIf you’re interested, here is the challenge for your first year with CNM LLP.Become a subject matter expert (SME) in several complex accounting areas through on the job feedback, performance evaluations, mentoring and firm-sponsored formal training programs including monthly CPE and SME training.Research and resolve complex accounting issues balancing client preferred solutions within the confines of the US GAAP structure. Common complex accounting areas include revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, preferred stock, business combinations, and consolidation.Review accounting transactions related to public offerings, inclusive of performing audit preparation work, and documenting significant accounting policies.Review and prepare the financial statements and footnote disclosures in S-1, 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings related to IPO, debt offerings and acquisitions.Demonstrating clear and concise writing, and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to clients and team members.Given the startup environment of our clients, the ability to adapt to unexpected changes to timelines, deadlines, and the scope of work is a must.Responding to client needs and balancing the competing priorities with minimal client disruptions, while maintaining project progress.Ensure quality deliverables of internal control processes on 3-4 projects by:Reviewing process narratives and control test results and arriving at sound conclusions on design and operating effectiveness of key controls.Collaborate with firm clients to develop process improvements and remediation plans which address identified deficiencies.Demonstrating clear and concise writing, and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to clients and team members.Successfully manage assigned projects demonstrated by timely completion of quality deliverables within budget. Project management skills include resource scheduling, leading client status update meetings, communicating budget to actual progress, and resolving timeline delays through proactive client communication. Responding to client needs and balancing the competing priorities with minimal client disruptions, while maintaining project progress.Upon successfully demonstrating the skill set listed above you will have the opportunity to earn a promotion to Director. As a Director you will be responsible for:Building internal teams through participation in our mentoring program and interviewing.Being responsible for managing the overall client relationship and satisfaction for several concurrent projects. Being a trusted advisor by understanding success and value from the client point of view.Actively teaching the CNM team and advising firm clients as an SME resource in several technical accounting, SOX compliance, and internal audits areas.QualificationsRealistically, we need someone with a CPA/ CIA license or who has a goal to obtain one in the near future. (We help you achieve this with time off for testing, paying for study materials, and paying for the exams). An intermediate accounting foundation is really important along with hands-on knowledge of SOX, COSO, and PCAOB requirements.Are you ready for the challenge? If so please apply here.You may visit our company website www.cnmllp.com/careers to apply. Location: Our offices are located in Woodland Hills and Irvine, but the ATS Manager will have the above responsibilities to our Irvine, CA office.CNM LLP is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.