August 2027 CFO Advisory Staff - Chicago

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. At Cherry Bekaert we create shared success through teamwork, energy, and expertise. We approach today’s toughest business challenges with a client-first mindset, working together to create exceptional value. We are all committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, our community, and our professions. To meet this commitment, Cherry Bekaert will provide you with the space to pursue growth and development opportunities that will guide and support you at each stage of your personal and professional journey. If you are ready to find your space and create your future, you belong with us.? Cherry Bekaert’s Accounting Advisory team is growing! As an Accounting Advisory Staff you will: Support the performance of accounting advisory consulting engagements, resolving issues related to events & transactions and accounting policies & procedures Learn about the accounting advisory and consulting field by applying your coursework to real client situations Support project quality control and client engagements from start to finish, including adequate planning, field work, and deliverable composition Maintain a strong client focus by understanding the client’s business needs while developing productive working relationships with client personnel to accomplish engagement objectives Provide recommendations regarding our clients’ accounting processes and procedures You will support teams with complex engagements, including, but not limited to: Mergers & Acquisitions Restatements Carve-Outs Crypto Asset (ASU 2023-08) Implementation Data/Business Analytics and Process Automation SEC Reporting including IPO and SPAC Readiness Revenue Recognition Share-based Compensation Lease Standard Implementation (ASC 842) Segment Reporting Post-acquisition support IFRS / US GAAP Conversions Debt and Equity Transactions FP&A and Strategic Financial Analysis Finance Transformation & Process Improvement What you bring to the role: Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Pursuing a CPA is preferred. Curiosity about business operations and the impact of accounting and information systems on key classes of business transactions Interest in technical accounting or accounting processes, procedures and business intelligence Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments successfully Willing to pursue relevant professional designations What you can expect from us: Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures Benefits Information: Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection. Pay Range: $70,000 - $78,000 About Cherry Bekaert Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position. Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. © 2026 Cherry Bekaert. All Rights Reserved.