Senior Consultant - Accounting Advisory (Toronto - Canada)

Cross Country Consulting; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Consultant in Accounting Advisory to optimize financial operations and provide transformative solutions to clients. This role entails close collaboration with CFOs and finance leaders, facilitating key operational improvements and financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in fund accounting and professional services, along with a strong grasp of both GAAP and IFRS standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) with company matching

Generous parental leave policies

Technology stipends

Wellness reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years consulting experience in accounting and finance-related roles.
• Previous roles in professional services like public accounting or management consulting.
• Knowledge in adapting to accounting standards (U.S. GAAP, IFRS).

Responsibilities

• Partnering with CFOs to optimize financial processes.
• Conducting month-end close tasks and preparing financial statements.
• Communicating project findings effectively to clients.

Skills

Problem Solving

Financial Reporting

Operational Improvements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CA certification

Tools

Oracle

Netsuite

SAP

Job description

Senior Consultant - Accounting Advisory (Toronto - Canada)

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here .

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.

In this role, you'll collaborate with financial services companies, demonstrating your expertise in providing transformative solutions. At CrossCountry Consulting, we're dedicated to delivering a better experience for our premier commercial clients and our team, fostering a culture of diversity, innovation, and growth.

What You'll Do:

• Partner with CFOs and finance leaders to identify opportunities for process optimization, operational improvements, and enhanced efficiency across the finance function
• Operational Accounting (addressing the need for continuous improvement and optimization of the finance and accounting functions)
• Experience in fund accounting within the financial services industry, with a solid understanding of NAV calculations, investor allocations, and financial statement preparation.
• Assist with the monthly close process, perform month-end tasks and prepare month-end reconciliations, monthly roll-forwards, flux explanations, and supporting documents
• Assist in the preparation of cash flow statements and other reporting metrics, streamlining monthly close process, testing of the accounting function of new ERPs and cloud-based finance systems, identify and remediate any process gaps.
• Prepare and review monthly/quarterly financial statements and SEC disclosures, internal financial reporting packs, regulatory reporting and SEC reporting.
• Financial Reporting (including the design of reporting processes, restatement assistance, and traditional 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings)
• Implementation of new and existing accounting standard and conduct ad hoc technical accounting research
• Communicate effectively with clients to convey project findings, updates and recommendations
• Engage with CrossCountry colleagues and client teams to discuss business challenges and identify innovative solutions

What You'll Bring:

• 3+ years of experience advising commercial companies in one or more of the following areas: fund accounting , financial reporting, operational accounting; or 3+ years of experience within a company’s finance function, performing close activities
• Prior experience in professional services (public accounting, advisory firm or management consulting firm)
• Hands-on experience with finance ERP systems e.g., Oracle, Netsuite, SAP, etc.
• Professionalism and discretion when interacting with executives and clients
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS)

Qualifications:

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

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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. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/ .

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employeesand applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.