Accounting Advisory - Consultant

Regal Executive Search; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy firm in San Diego is looking for a Consultant Senior Associate to lead project teams and engage directly with clients while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. The ideal candidate should have 3 to 6 years of experience in public accounting or finance, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to quality client service. This role offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years’ experience in public accounting and/or industry accounting/finance.
• Strong technical skills with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting knowledge.
• Ability to build strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from start to finish and ensure timely delivery.
• Review complex financial documents and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior consultants and build client relationships.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong written and oral communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Proactive client relationship building

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting

CPA and/or MBA

Job description

Overview

Accounting Advisory – Consultant Senior Associatelevel financial consultants work closely with senior management of Fortune 500, mid-cap and start-up companies. Managers lead project teams and interact with clients and their Big 4 auditors on all aspects of engagements, including report writing, developing and managing relationships with client management, and business development. Take ownership of your career:

Responsibilities

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

What you might expect

• Integration with client’s senior management to solve complex accounting issues and for preparation of proposed resolutions.
• Review of work prepared by Consultants on operational due diligence for complex transactions (i.e. – acquisitions & divestitures, stock offerings and dept raises, IPO’s).
• Review of Consultants’ deliverables of financial and regulatory information in accordance with SEC and regulatory requirements (i.e. – 10K’s, 10Q’s, S-1 and S-4 filings, audit coordination).
• Research & documentation projects related to new ASC accounting standards (i.e. – ASC 842, ASC 606).
• Process improvement projects and implementation of changes.
• Lead and mentor Consultants, acting as a role model and providing creative solutions that enhance Consultant’s overall experience.
• Participate in the firm’s recruiting efforts, client relationship building and business development efforts.

Who you are

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting – CPA and/or MBA combined with solid accounting experience will be considered in lieu of a degree in Accounting.
• 3 to 6years’ experience in public accounting and/or industry accounting/finance.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, and ability to assimilate easily into teams.
• Strong technical skills and a working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting.
• Proactive in identifying client needs and effective in building a strong relationship with clients.
• Highly organized and focused and demonstrates ability to set overall engagement expectations and direction.
• Effective analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Entrepreneurial nature, self-motivated, ethical and dependable.
• High energy with commitment to quality client service, focusing on ensuring positive resolutions to conflicts.