Director - Accounting Advisory

Client Delivery

• Assist with complex transactions, technical accounting standard and policy implementations, financial reporting, and operational accounting
• Conduct IPO-readiness assessments and assist clients in preparation for a public offering (via Form S-1 or F-1)
• Advise on complex accounting policy in all areas of US GAAP and/or IFRS, including consolidation (analyzing VIEs and identifying Primary Beneficiaries), derivatives, revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, impairment, troubled debt structuring, bad debt and loan loss methodologies, foreign currency accounting, etc.
• Transformation of finance and/or accounting functions including accounting and operational process improvements, integration support, target operating model decision, and RBA/Data Analytics
• Responsible for account leadership and financial management of multiple accounts and sustained relationships with senior client executives
• Contribute to developing and implementing firm-approved, AI-enabled solutions for clients, in accordance with company policies on data protection, intellectual property, and professional standards
• Stay informed about emerging AI tools and techniques and collaborate with firm leadership to identify compliant opportunities to enhance client solutions and internal processes

Practice Leadership: Serve as a key leader in the Accounting Advisory practice by:

• Oversee client accounts, projects, and engagements, including: work plans, staffing, timelines, fee negotiations and budgets throughout all lifecycle phases, to include strategy, goal-setting, deliverables, and maintaining an integrated project plan
• Build and grow high-level relationships and networks with clients
• Generates sustainable, repeatable revenue through new clients and growth at existing clients
• Develop timely resolutions to issues, risks, and project team conflicts
• Manage the full life cycle of proposals from development to deal closure
• Develop delivery methodologies and new service offerings
• Manage teams and people by tracking and directing performance against objectives, while encouraging continuous improvement and innovation
• Act as role model, supervisor, coach, and mentor to team members
• Responsible for ensuring staffing and recruiting needs in clients and market/industry

What You'll Bring

• 12+ years of related management consulting experience or a combination of consulting and industry experience
• In depth knowledge of accounting standards (US GAAP and/or IFRS)
• Consistent success in building and developing strong client relationships
• Comfort with AI: Demonstrated ability to responsibly explore and adopt firm-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation
• Continuous Learning Mindset: Openness to learning and applying emerging technologies including AI and automation in alignment with firm policies and client standards
• Personal brand, executive presence, integrity, collaborative nature, poise and polish under pressure
• Identify new growth and shared revenue opportunities, collaborating with sales leadership to originate new business, grow existing relationships and increase bookings
• A passion for mentoring and leading teams while efficiently implementing new ideas and initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in in Accounting, Finance or related field
• CPA or CA certification preferred
• Willingness to travel up to 30%. Travel varies based on client preferences.

Pay and benefits

For applicants located in Washington State, CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to, skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $170,000 - $250,000 + annual bonus + additional benefits.

Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being.