Accounting Consultant

CFO's Domain; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical benefits

Profit Sharing

Diverse project experience

Job summary

A national accounting consulting firm is seeking an experienced Accounting Consultant to lead audit processes and manage PBC lists. This role involves significant interaction with external auditors and requires strong US GAAP knowledge. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of accounting experience, preferably with public accounting firms, and a CPA certification. This contract position in San Francisco offers diverse project experiences and a focus on personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting experience, significant external audit involvement.
• Previous experience in public accounting or leadership role in an audit-heavy environment.
• Experience working with companies exceeding $100M in revenue.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization and submission of the PBC list to external auditors.
• Collaborate with the Controller and CFO to address audit deliverables.
• Serve as the primary contact for external audit teams.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

CFO’s Domain is a national accounting & finance consulting and recruiting organization serving CFOs and their stakeholders. Our consultants are among the best practitioners in the marketplace, serving clients across a diverse range of industries and stages of growth. We provide mission‑critical deliverables to clients experiencing capacity or capability constraints. Consultants receive competitive compensation, benefits, and access to our recruiting capabilities and are introduced to roles that are accretive to their personal and professional growth.

Benefits of Working at CFO’s Domain

• Diverse project experience across industry sector, company size, and geography
• Supercharge your personal and professional growth
• Rapidly expand your network
• Avoid company politics while focusing on solving interesting problems
• Action‑oriented role focused on business impact
• 401(k), medical benefits
• Profit Sharing and Cash Balance Plans

ACCOUNTING CONSULTANT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the collection, organization, and submission of the PBC (Prepared by Client) list to external auditors.
• Collaborate with the Controller, CFO, and accounting team to prioritize and address audit deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and external audit teams, facilitating communication to address questions and requests promptly.
• Review the PBC list and financial statements to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with US GAAP requirements.
• Assist in resolving discrepancies and reconciling variances identified during the audit process.
• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition and lease accounting.
• Ensure that all audit‑related documentation is complete, accurate, and well‑organized.
• Support the preparation or review of year‑end adjustments, reconciliations, and audit schedules.
• Identify and document gaps in current accounting processes that may affect the audit outcome.
• Recommend and implement improvements to internal controls and accounting processes based on audit findings.
• Develop and manage a detailed timeline for audit‑related deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Monitor the progress of audit tasks and report status updates to senior management.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of accounting experience, including significant external audit involvement.
• Previous experience in public accounting (Big 4 or similar) or in a leadership role in an audit‑heavy environment.
• Experience working with companies with $100M+ in revenue.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience with financial reporting and audit preparation.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reconciliation.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Seniority Level

• Director

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Technology, Information and Media