Managing Consultant - Accounting Advisory

By joining our rapidly growing Accounting Advisorypractice 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 standard
• 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)