Accounting Consultant

DeWinter Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in Austin, Texas is seeking an Accounting Consultant to lead critical accounting system enhancements and mentor the team during a transformative period. This full-time role focuses on leveraging audit expertise and consulting background to drive improvements, streamline workflows, and strengthen client outcomes, initially for three months with potential extension.

The ideal candidate will have extensive audit experience, ERP remediation, and strong project management skills, with

Qualifications

• Extensive audit experience with a strong background in addressing complex accounting needs.
• Proven track record in ERP remediation and process optimization.
• Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior team members for increased efficiency.
• Deadline-driven, client-focused, and highly organized.
• Availability to work 40 hours/week, with participation in early morning meetings (as early as 7:00 AM PST).

Skills

Audit experience

ERP remediation

Process optimization

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Coaching junior team members

Deadline-driven

Meeting coordination (early)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Certinia (FinancialForce)

Job description

Job Title: Accounting Consultant

Overview:
Join a dynamic organization as a full-time Accounting Consultant, instrumental in leading critical accounting system enhancements and team development during a transformative period. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your audit expertise and consulting background to drive impactful improvements, streamline workflows, and mentor less experienced team members. Perfect for a proactive professional seeking a challenging yet rewarding engagement, initially spanning three months with potential for extension.

Required Skills:

• Extensive audit experience with a strong background in addressing complex accounting needs
• Proven track record in ERP remediation and process optimization
• Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to coach and mentor junior team members for increased efficiency
• Deadline-driven, client-focused, and highly organized
• Availability to work 40 hours/week, with participation in early morning meetings (as early as 7:00 AM PST)

Nice to Have Skills:

• Active CPA license
• Hands-on experience with Certinia (formerly FinancialForce)
• Prior experience within the educational software and services industry

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Several years of professional experience with a focus on audit and consulting for organizations undergoing transformation projects

Other Requirements:

• This role is fully onsite; candidates must be able to attend meetings early in the morning or as scheduled
• Flexibility to adapt to organizational needs during a fast-paced, project-driven environment