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The Big Four reasons to join Accordion

The Big Four reasons to join Accordion

Meet the
Authors:
Emily Vallejo
Emily Vallejo
Vice President
Jair Coleman
Jair Coleman
Associate
Jonathan Tasca
Jonathan Tasca
Senior Director
Kim Thi Tran
Kim Thi Tran
Senior Director
Marie McLean
Marie McLean
Director
Pamela Stern
Pamela Stern
Senior Managing Director, Head of Commercial Excellence
Shauna Watson
Shauna Watson
Managing Director, Head of IPO Readiness
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Meet the
Authors:
Emily Vallejo
Emily Vallejo
Vice President
Jair Coleman
Jair Coleman
Associate
Jonathan Tasca
Jonathan Tasca
Senior Director
Kim Thi Tran
Kim Thi Tran
Senior Director
Marie McLean
Marie McLean
Director
Pamela Stern
Pamela Stern
Senior Managing Director, Head of Commercial Excellence
Shauna Watson
Shauna Watson
Managing Director, Head of IPO Readiness
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Looking to make an impact? Accordion blends the rigor of PE finance with the speed and spirit of a growth firm. Here, you’ll go beyond strategic theory to tackle client issues, shape solutions, and earn growth opportunities. And we do that within a culture that prizes curiosity, collaboration, and bold thinking.

If you’re looking for a challenge and you want a supportive work environment, grab your career with two hands and join Accordion.

Reason #1: You want to roll up your sleeves.

This isn’t consulting from the sidelines. At Accordion, you dive in. Turn ideas into action, tackle cross-practice challenges, break new ground with clients, and build skills across finance disciplines. One-size-fits-all templates are for others. Clients come to Accordion for fresh thinking and flawless delivery.

People here have incredible experience and knowledge. Despite that, there are no egos. Our culture of collaboration creates a first-rate experience at all levels. We all roll up our sleeves together to deliver high-caliber work for our clients.

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Marie McLean
Director

Reason #2: You’re looking to make a mark.

Accordion is a high-growth company in a high-growth industry that rejects the hierarchical ethos of traditional accounting firms and other finance organizations. We’re the firm for budding entrepreneurs who want to drive growth – without the risk of a start-up, and with the stability of an established (but scaling) organization.

From my very first encounter, I was struck by Accordion’s entrepreneurial energy. It’s contagious. We all build and expand this firm together.

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Kim Thi Tran
Senior Director

Accordion is the perfect hybrid between a well-established firm and a fast-growing startup. As we continue to expand geographically and across practice areas, we are all encouraged to take our seat at the table, to pave our own path, and make our mark on Accordion’s future.

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Pamela Stern
Senior Managing Director, Head of Commercial Excellence

Our leadership sets the example. We stay nimble  and consistently elevate how we service the private equity community.

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Kim Thi Tran
Senior Director

Reason #3: You’re looking for growth.

Because we tackle unique and complex issues, we work on out-of-the-box problem solving, not templated strategies. We consistently expand our skills and stay at the forefront of innovation and AI. 

I came to Accordion looking to continue my growth as an accounting professional. Accordion provides  people with the opportunity to sharpen knowledge and apply expertise across a wide range of industries. Here, I’ve consistently found a stimulating environment that develops confident professionals.

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Jair Coleman
Associate

I joined Accordion for the people and the culture of growth and learning. The firm provides incredible opportunities and exposure to diverse projects, industries, and career paths, all within an environment where people are genuinely invested in your success and development. That mix of opportunity, mentorship, and support is what makes Accordion the right place for me.

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Emily Vallejo
Vice President

Reason #4: You’re looking for a better way to work in finance.

“The better way to work in finance” isn’t just a tagline; it’s how we operate. We prioritize teamwork, supporting each other, and collaboration. We value each other for who we are. 

The people here are fantastic – not only in terms of their skillsets, but in terms of their genuine compassion for one another. There’s a spirit of camaraderie that stems from wanting to see one another succeed, both professionally and personally. It’s a culture that makes my job feel like it fits into my life – rather than my life fitting into my job.

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Jonathan Tasca
Director

Unlike traditional finance roles, you’re able to manage client expectations in a way that accommodates your family, friends, and commitments outside of work. That’s not to say we don’t work hard – Accordion is filled with some of the hardest working people I’ve ever met – but we also work smart. It’s less about putting in long hours at the office and more about getting the work done right. As a mother of 2 young kids, this is an aspect of our culture that I greatly appreciate.

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Shauna Watson
Managing Director

If you’re ready to move beyond the Big Four mindset, to work with purpose, and be part of something different—Accordion is that something. Come see for yourself.

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