Accounting Consultant - Engagement Director

Overview

This role is for an Accounting Consultant (Engagement Director) within the Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) group. CAAS provides customized accounting support to clients—typically larger than $50M—on an interim and project basis.

Engagement Directors serve as high-level accounting resources, take a hands-on approach to client engagements, and help design and improve accounting and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a high-level interim or project-based accounting resource for clients in various industries across accounting, finance, tax, and audit roles (e.g., Interim Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Internal Audit Manager).
• Design and improve accounting processes including:
  • Monthly close
  • Management and financial reporting
  • Forecasting
  • Consolidations
  • System implementations
• Execute client engagements in an active, hands-on manner.
• Travel as needed; greater openness to travel can increase the range of available opportunities.
• Select engagements to balance career and life.

Requirements

• 8 years of relative work experience including public accounting (10 years preferred).
• Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager equivalent preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required (a combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree). Degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using a variety of accounting software.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Prior project management and exceptional client service management experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full benefits package as an hourly employee.
• Flexible PTO.
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off.
• Mental health coverage.
• Fertility benefits.

Location

Multiple U.S. locations and global reach.