Managing Consultant - Accounting Advisory

CrossCountry Consulting • Chicago, IL, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 3w ago

By joining our rapidly growing Accounting Advisory practice you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored integrated solutions that solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success. With support from experienced leaders and a dedicated coach, you will join a collaborative community that invites you to contribute beyond the scope of client delivery.

What You'll Do

Financial Reporting (including the design of reporting processes, restatement assistance, and traditional 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings)
Operational Accounting (addressing the need for continuous improvement and optimization of the finance and accounting functions)
Implementation of new and existing accounting standards
Communicate effectively with clients to convey project findings, updates, and recommendations
Collaborate with CrossCountry and client team members regarding business issues and potential solutions
Oversee project administration (e.g., project setup and planning, budgeting, account management, billing)
Mentor team members by coaching colleagues, providing regular ongoing feedback and annual performance reviews, and helping project teams resolve multi-faceted issues

What You'll Bring:

5+ years of experience working with companies in one or more of the following areas: financial reporting, operational accounting, implementing new accounting policy, complex transactions
In-depth knowledge of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS)
Transaction-based accounting and reporting requirements, including IPOs (S-1), mergers & acquisitions, carve-outs, etc.
Prior experience in professional services (public accounting, advisory firm, or management consulting firm)
Strong operational and technical accounting background, including experience researching complex technical accounting issues
Professionalism and discretion when interacting with executives and clients
Experience mentoring and developing team members

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CA certification preferred
Experience supporting transactions as a result of (or in preparation for) one or more of the following areas: mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, spin-off, carve-out, IPO is preferred but not required
Willingness to travel domestically up to 20% - 30% (travel varies based on client preferences)
Willingness to be present on client site or in office 3 days a week, with 2 days a week remote (hybrid office environment)

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