Finance & Accounting Advisory - Managing Director

Corporate Finance Group Inc.; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Corporate Finance Group Inc. is seeking a Managing Director for Finance & Accounting Advisory. The ideal candidate will lead high-impact engagements, act as a strategic advisor, and drive business development initiatives. This role demands over 14 years of experience, including tenure at a Big 4 firm, with a strong focus on U.S. GAAP compliance.

The candidate will mentor teams while expanding CFGI's market presence, guiding complex financial transactions, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or consulting, including tenure at a Big 4 accounting firm.
• Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and financial transactions.
• Proven ability to own and drive client relationships at the executive level.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact engagements across various industries and complex accounting topics.
• Act as a strategic advisor to clients, providing expertise in technical accounting and regulatory reporting.
• Drive business development initiatives by identifying new client opportunities.

Skills

Strategic Client Leadership

Regulatory & Financial Reporting Expertise

People & Culture Leadership

Entrepreneurial & Business Development Focus

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Commerce (Master’s preferred)

Job description

Managing Director – Finance & Accounting Advisory

At CFGI, Managing Directors serve as key leaders in our organization, working closely with C-level executives at Fortune 500, mid-cap, and start-up companies. As a Managing Director, you will take ownership of client relationships, drive engagement success, and play a pivotal role in the firm’s business development and growth strategies.

Take ownership of your career at CFGI

• Lead high-impact engagements across various industries and complex accounting topics.
• Act as a strategic advisor to clients, providing expertise in technical accounting, transaction support, and regulatory reporting.
• Build and manage long-term client relationships and expand CFGI’s market presence.
• Drive firm initiatives, contribute to thought leadership, and mentor high-performing teams.

What you might expect

• Strategic Client Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert in multiple accounting areas, advising clients on complex financial transactions, including IPOs, M&A, divestitures, and capital markets activities.
• Engagement Ownership: Lead and oversee all aspects of client engagements, from scoping to execution, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Regulatory & Financial Reporting Expertise: Guide clients in preparing financial statements and regulatory filings (e.g., 10-Ks, 10-Qs, S-1s, and S-4s) in compliance with SEC and GAAP requirements.
• Firm Growth & Business Development: Drive business development initiatives by identifying new client opportunities, maintaining strong industry relationships, and actively participating in firm-wide growth strategies.
• Operational & Technical Excellence: Develop and enhance the firm’s training programs, providing guidance on new accounting standards and best practices.
• People & Culture Leadership: Mentor and develop professionals at all levels, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and professional growth.

Who you are

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Commerce (Master’s preferred).
• 14+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or consulting, including tenure at a Big 4 accounting firm.
• Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and financial transactions.

Leadership & Client Engagement

• Proven ability to own and drive client relationships at the executive level.
• Strong ability to solve complex accounting issues and communicate solutions clearly.
• Track record of leading large-scale engagements and managing high-performing teams.

Entrepreneurial & Business Development Focus

• Experience generating new business and expanding client relationships.
• Active participation in industry networks, business development, and thought leadership initiatives.

Culture & Mentorship

• Committed to developing the next generation of accounting leaders.
• Demonstrates high ethical standards and a passion for excellence.