Senior Associate - Strategic Finance Advisory

Oliver James Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group is seeking candidates looking to transition from External Audit into Corporate Accounting & Finance. This long-term engagement focuses on up-skilling you as an A&F professional and expanding exposure to FP&A, M&A, Fund Accounting, and system implementation work.

No strict prerequisites beyond an audit foundation and openness to new challenges. The role emphasizes developing communication with C-Suite executives and applying GAAP, IFRS, FASB, and SEC/ASC standards across varied

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance; Masters preferred.
• CPA certification preferred or in process.
• Minimum of 3 years External Audit exposure (Big 4 or large CPA firm).
• At least 3 busy seasons in external audit; 2 seasons plus one summer acceptable.
• High professionalism including ability to communicate with C-Suite.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, FASB & SEC/ASC rules.

Skills

CPA preferred

External Audit experience

Big 4 background

Busy seasons

C-Suite communication

GAAP IFRS FASB SEC rules

Excel (advanced)

Education

Bachelors in Accounting or Finance

Masters preferred

Tools

Excel macros

Pivot tables

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.