Accounting Advisory - Consultant

Corporate Finance Group Inc.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Consultant in Accounting Advisory to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and gain exposure to a variety of industries. You will take ownership of projects from inception to completion, engaging in operational due diligence, financial reporting, and process improvements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong accounting background and excellent communication skills, thriving in a collaborative environment with top-tier experts. If you are self-motivated and eager to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in public accounting or finance.
• Strong technical skills with IFRS and UK GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operational due diligence for complex transactions.
• Conduct accounting projects focused on business unit carve-outs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Technical Accounting Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree (ACA, ACCA, CA, CPA, MBA)

Tools

IFRS

UK GAAP

Job description

Consultant – Accounting Advisory

Our consultants work as part of a team with other CFGI professionals, Big 4 auditors, and client management on all facets of engagements, including analyzing financial information, interviewing client management, identifying key issues, report writing, participating in meetings, and developing a strong relationship with client management.

Take ownership of your career at CFGI:

1. Gain exposure to a wide range of industries and/or projects.
2. Make a true business impact with your clients.
3. Own projects from start to finish.
4. Experience client interaction and thrive in a client-facing role.
5. Be consistently challenged and learn through a collegial environment created from top tier experts hired within the firm.
6. Enjoy the flexibility of office/remote/client site work locations (engagement specific).
7. Create your own path.
8. Enjoy what you do!

What you might expect:

1. Preparation of operational due diligence for complex transactions (i.e. – acquisitions and divestitures, stock offerings, debt raises, IPO’s).
2. Accounting projects focused on carving out business units/subsidiaries.
3. Integration with client’s internal staff as a subject matter expert when it comes to operational senior accounting tasks or overall financial team support.
4. Preparation of financial and regulatory information in accordance with regulatory requirements.
5. Research and document projects related to new accounting standards, process improvement, and implementations.
6. Process improvement projects and implementation of changes.

Who you are:

1. An undergraduate degree – ACA, ACCA, CA, CPA and/or MBA combined with solid accounting experience will be considered in lieu of a degree in Accounting.
2. Two to five years of experience in public accounting and/or industry accounting and/or finance.
3. Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with an ability to assimilate easily into teams.
4. Strong technical skills and a working knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
5. Effective analytical and critical thinking abilities.
6. Entrepreneurial nature, self-motivated, ethical, and dependable.
7. High energy with commitment to quality client service.