Lead Associate – Strategic Finance Advisory

Oliver James Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group in Cleveland, OH is seeking External Auditors who want to transition into Corporate Accounting & Finance. You will gain exposure to FP&A, M&A, Fund Accounting, Technical Accounting and System Implementation within a leading Single Client Advisory firm.

These long-term engagements focus on up-skilling you as an A&F professional, with no prerequisite beyond an External Audit foundation and a willingness to take on new challenges.

Qualifications

• External Audit background with Big 4 or large CPA firm
• Experience communicating with C-Suite executives
• Strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Skills

C-Suite communication

Advanced Excel

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance

Masters degree preferred

CPA certification preferred

Job description

Are you looking to transition from External Audit into Corporate Accounting & Finance, but don’t know what area makes sense for you?

If you answered YES, then you should probably read on! - We are partnered with a leading Single Client Advisory firm, who are looking for External Auditors who want to gain exposure to a wide range of Industries & Accounting/Finance functions, such as FP&A, M&A, Fund Accounting, Technical Accounting & System Implementation work.

Long-term, Single Client Advisory engagements, focused on up-skilling you as an A&F professional & helping you hit the next gear in your Career. (NOTE: no pre-requisite knowledge is required, other than an External Audit foundation & a willingness to take on new challenges)

Skills, Knowledge And Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, Masters degree preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred - will accept those who are in process
• Minimum of 3 years of External Audit exposure, with a Big 4, or large CPA Firm.
• Minimum of 3 busy seasons in external audit- Will accept 2 main busy seasons & a summer busy season
• High degree of professionalism required- including the ability to communicate with C-Suite level individuals.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, FASB & SEC/ASC rules and standards.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (i.e., macros, pivot tables, etc.) desirable.