Senior Consultant -- Accounting Advisory

Henderson Drake Ltd; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Drake is seeking a Senior Consultant to work alongside experienced advisory professionals on complex transactions and technical accounting engagements. You will conduct technical analysis and prepare accounting memoranda for client review.

The role involves supporting clients through acquisitions, divestitures, IPO preparation, and significant reporting requirements, while building financial models and coordinating with client teams and auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA eligibility or CPA qualification.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge with ability to research conclusions.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Researching and analyzing technical accounting matters under US GAAP, including business combinations, revenue recognition, and stock-based compensation.
• Preparing accounting memoranda, financial analyses, and recommendations for review by engagement leaders.
• Supporting clients through acquisitions, divestitures, IPO preparation, and other significant transactions.
• Assisting with financial statements, SEC filings, and related reporting requirements.
• Building financial models, forecasts, and supporting analyses.
• Working with client finance teams, auditors, and other advisors to gather information and resolve accounting matters.
• Managing assigned workstreams, communicating progress, and contributing to the timely delivery of engagements.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Technical accounting research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Time/deadline management

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA eligibility or CPA qualification

Master's degree in accounting (advantageous)

Job description

Henderson Drake is supporting a leading specialist management consulting firm that advises pre-IPO, public, and private equity-backed organizations on complex financial, accounting, and operational matters.

The firm supports clients through significant transactions and reporting challenges, including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, carve-outs, spin-offs, restructurings, and technical accounting matters.

About the role

This is a client-facing opportunity for a Senior Consultant to work alongside experienced advisory professionals and client finance teams on complex transactions and technical accounting engagements.

You will conduct technical analysis, prepare clear accounting memoranda and other client deliverables for review, and help organizations navigate demanding financial reporting requirements.

What you’ll be doing

• Researching and analyzing technical accounting matters under US GAAP, including business combinations, revenue recognition, and stock-based compensation
• Preparing accounting memoranda, financial analyses, and recommendations for review by engagement leaders
• Supporting clients through acquisitions, divestitures, IPO preparation, and other significant transactions
• Assisting with financial statements, SEC filings, and related reporting requirements
• Building financial models, forecasts, and supporting analyses
• Working with client finance teams, auditors, and other advisors to gather information and resolve accounting matters
• Managing assigned workstreams, communicating progress, and contributing to the timely delivery of engagements

What we’re looking for

• Typically 3+ years of experience within public accounting, audit, or accounting advisory
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field
• CPA eligibility or recent CPA qualification
• A strong accounting background, with further study such as a master’s degree in accounting considered advantageous
• Sound knowledge of US GAAP and the ability to research and document technical accounting conclusions
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
• Clear written communication skills, particularly when preparing technical accounting memoranda
• The ability to manage deadlines and work effectively with clients and colleagues
• An interest in complex transactions and financial reporting
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including overnight when required

This is a strong opportunity for an accounting professional looking to deepen their technical and client-facing experience across varied engagements while learning from experienced accounting advisory specialists.