Director, Financial Advisory — Lead Complex GAAP & Reporting

Baker Tilly US; Illinois; On-site; USD 216,000 - 409,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a dynamic Director to lead and expand our Financial Advisory Services within the Office of the CFO Accounting Advisory practice. This role specializes in complex accounting, reporting, and transaction-related matters across US GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory frameworks.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise, partners with CFOs and finance leaders, and guides engagements on ASC topics while driving innovation and thought leadership in financial reporting.

Qualifications

• CPA is required; CFA or other relevant certifications are a plus.
• 10+ years of accounting advisory experience; Big 4 or top-tier consulting preferred.
• Proven track record leading complex engagements and senior client relationships.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel overnight as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor to clients with deep technical expertise.
• Lead advisory engagements on complex topics including ASC 810, ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 350/360, ASC 718.
• Advise on accounting policy development, restatements and remediation of material weaknesses.
• Build and maintain relationships with CFOs, Controllers and Audit Committees.
• Drive thought leadership on evolving FASB and SEC guidance.
• Stay abreast of regulatory developments and emerging technologies impacting financial reporting.
• Lead, mentor and grow high-performing teams and collaborate cross-functionally.

Skills

Technical accounting

U.S. GAAP

IFRS

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Client relationships

Education

CPA

MBA / Master’s degree

Job description

Baker Tilly US is seeking a dynamic Director to lead and expand our Financial Advisory Services within the Office of the CFO Accounting Advisory practice. This role specializes in complex accounting, reporting, and transaction-related matters across US GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory frameworks.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise, partners with CFOs and finance leaders, and guides engagements on ASC topics while driving innovation and thought leadership in financial reporting.