Lead Associate - Strategic Finance Advisory

Oliver James Group; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group partners with a leading Single Client Advisory firm to transition External Auditors into Corporate Accounting & Finance roles across FP&A, M&A, Fund Accounting, and System Implementation, in long-term engagements focused on up-skilling as an A&F professional.

No prerequisites beyond an External Audit foundation and willingness to take on new challenges; strong communication with C-Suite is valued.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance; Masters preferred.
• CPA certification preferred or in process.
• Minimum of 3 external audit years in Big 4 or large CPA Firm.
• 3 busy seasons in external audit; 2 seasons plus a summer may be considered.
• Ability to communicate with C-Suite level individuals.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, FASB & SEC/ASC rules.

Skills

Communication with C-Suite

GAAP IFRS FASB SEC rules

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Masters degree preferred

CPA certification preferred / in process

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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 & an openness/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.