CrossCountry Consulting is hiring a

Managing Consultant - Accounting Advisory

Chicago, United States
Full-Time
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)

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