CFO Advisory Director - Drive Profitability for Mid-Market

Ascendo Resources; Illinois; On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Consulting Director for CFO Advisory services in the Greater Chicago Area. This full-time position involves providing financial management services to middle-market companies, leading various business projects, and enhancing client profitability. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting and 4–10+ years of experience in finance, with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. The role emphasizes a work/life balance and the growth of the consulting practice.

Qualifications

• 4–10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience preferred.
• CPA certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide business consulting and financial management services for middle-market companies.
• Lead profitability analysis, organizational assessments, operational planning, and executive advisory projects.
• Serve in CFO/controller capacities for multiple clients.
• Oversee accounting staff and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, projections, and strategic analysis.
• Facilitate annual strategic planning sessions with clients.
• Contribute actively to business development and the overall growth of the consulting practice.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Client relationship building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Work/life balance emphasis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Consulting Director for CFO Advisory services in the Greater Chicago Area. This full-time position involves providing financial management services to middle-market companies, leading various business projects, and enhancing client profitability. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting and 4–10+ years of experience in finance, with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. The role emphasizes a work/life balance and the growth of the consulting practice.