Associate Director - Accounting Advisory (DC Metro)

CrossCountry; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in accounting and finance. This role involves providing expert guidance in financial reporting and operational accounting while managing client accounts and leading project teams. The ideal candidate will excel in fostering collaboration, mentoring junior staff, and developing new business opportunities. With a commitment to employee well-being and professional growth, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a significant impact. If you are ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and rewarding setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) with company matching

Generous parental and maternity leave

Technology stipends

Wellness reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years advising in financial reporting and operational accounting.
• Strong leadership and client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on accounting/finance functions and manage client accounts.
• Create presentations to influence client decisions and mentor team members.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Operational Accounting

Leadership Skills

Client Relationship Management

Accounting Standards Knowledge

Project Management

Creativity

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Systems, Accounting

CPA Certification

Job description

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance on all areas involving accounting/finance functions to include: financial reporting, operational accounting, technical accounting, transactions
• Manage client accounts, projects, and engagements, including: work plans, staffing, deadlines, and budgets throughout all lifecycle phases – strategy, goal-setting, deliverables, and maintaining an integrated project plan
• Create presentations that effectively inform and influence client decisions
• Act as role model, supervisor, coach, and mentor to Managing Consultants, Senior Consultants and Consultants on projects and within coaching families
• Manage teams and individuals by tracking and directing performance against objectives
• Develop timely resolutions to issues, risks, and project team conflicts
• Foster a spirit of collaboration among team members
• Generate new and add-on business opportunities, develop delivery methodologies and new service offerings
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 30%

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience advising commercial companies in one or more of the following areas:
• Financial Reporting (e.g. SEC reporting, restatements, correction of errors, 10-K, 10-Q)
• Operational Accounting (e.g. streamlining monthly close process, preparing/facilitating the external audit process, improving FP&A functions)
• Implementing new accounting policy (e.g. ASC 606 revenue recognition, ASC 842 leases)
• Prior experience in professional services (public accounting or advisory firm), preferably at the “Big Four” or global management consulting firm (e.g. Ernst & Young, Deloitte, KPMG, PWC, Navigant, FTI, Accenture, IBM)
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Systems, Accounting or other technical discipline
• In depth knowledge of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS)
• Consistent success in building and developing strong client relationships
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster an environment of collaboration and excellence
• Detail oriented with the ability to think from a “big picture” perspective
• Creativity, confidence, and flexibility

Additional Experience Desired in One or More of the Following Areas:

• Experience supporting transactions as a result of, or in preparation for, one or more of the following areas: mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, spin-off, carve-out, IPO

Certifications Desired:

• CPA

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Business, Finance or other technical discipline

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Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy also complies with pay transparency and labor laws and applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.