Accounting Advisory Manager

Confidentiel; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Additional PTO days

Hybrid with remote flex

Job summary

Confidentiel is seeking a Consulting Manager in advisory services for the San Francisco Bay Area with a hybrid work model offering remote flex. You will lead finance transformation and accounting advisory engagements for Fortune 500 clients, collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

This role requires a Big 4 background, CPA preferred, and strong GAAP knowledge, with a clear path to Senior Manager and substantial earning upside through base plus incentives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Big 4 experience required.
• CPA preferred or actively pursuing certification.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including U.S. GAAP and FASB standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven ability to analyze complex business issues and develop practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end finance transformation and operational improvement initiatives.
• Partner with client leadership teams to solve complex accounting, finance, and business challenges.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify inefficiencies and develop actionable recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives including financial analysis, transaction support, M&A-related projects, and process optimization efforts.
• Drive the implementation of process improvements, new technologies, and organizational change initiatives.
• Develop and execute change management strategies for finance organizations.
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders.

Skills

Big 4 experience

Client-facing communication

Financial analysis

Strategic problem solving

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Consulting Manager, Advisory Services | SF Bay Area | Hybrid with Remote Flex

Compensation Highlights

• Guaranteed $25,000 Bonus in each of the first two years
• Additional production-based incentive opportunity averaging up to $58,000 annually
• Total compensation potential well above $200,000, with strong performers exceeding $240,000+
• 401(k) with employer match
• Opportunity to earn up to 5 additional PTO days annually

We are exclusively representing a rapidly growing advisory firm that partners with Fortune 500 organizations on finance transformation, accounting advisory, operational improvement, and strategic finance initiatives. This opportunity is ideal for a Big 4 professional looking to move beyond traditional audit or advisory engagements and gain broader exposure to high-impact consulting work.

• San Francisco Bay Area-based role
• Typically 3 days onsite with clients during active engagements
• Consultants follow the client's work policy while on assignment. If the client operates remotely, consultants work remotely as well.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High-visibility projects with executive-level stakeholders
• Clear and structured path to Senior Manager
• Defined career milestones and promotion criteria
• Guaranteed bonus in the first two years
• Significant earnings upside through additional incentive programs
• Strong mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end finance transformation and operational improvement initiatives.
• Partner with client leadership teams to solve complex accounting, finance, and business challenges.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify inefficiencies and develop actionable recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives including financial analysis, transaction support, M&A-related projects, and process optimization efforts.
• Drive the implementation of process improvements, new technologies, and organizational change initiatives.
• Develop and execute change management strategies for finance organizations.
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders.
• Lead engagement teams, manage workstreams, and ensure high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Big 4 experience required.
• Industry experience is a plus.
• CPA preferred or actively pursuing certification.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including U.S. GAAP and FASB standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven ability to analyze complex business issues and develop practical solutions.
• Strong communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Demonstrated career progression and stable employment history.

Ability to travel as needed based on client requirements.