Senior Consultant, CPA, Technical Accounting & Advisory

FTI Consulting; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting in Boston seeks a Senior Consultant to provide accounting advisory and forensic services mainly in the life sciences sector. This role involves performing technical accounting analyses and working closely with clients to resolve complex financial issues.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree with strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and at least 3 years of related experience. The position offers competitive compensation with a salary range of $69,000 to $176,000.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical accounting and audit experience, preferably at a large multinational.
• Ability to travel occasionally based on client need.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day activities of projects involving accounting advisory and forensic engagements.
• Conduct technical accounting research and prepare reports and analyses.
• Maintain detailed working paper records for all analytical tasks.

Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Technical accounting and audit experience

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting

Job description

About the Company

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

About the Role

We assist our clients with complex technical accounting and financial reporting matters mainly in the life sciences and biotechnology industry. We also assist our clients with the accounting and financial reporting implications of complex transactions, including debt and equity financings, revenue and collaboration agreements, and filings with the SEC.

As a Senior Consultant, you will be responsible for providing accounting advisory and forensic accounting services and other analytical skills to various client situations.

What You’ll Do

• Perform day-to-day activities of projects including interaction with client personnel, other team members, and professionals from other firms involved in accounting advisory and forensic and litigation consulting engagements
• Perform technical accounting and financial analysis and assist clients with analyzing and documenting complex investigative issues
• Organize information to facilitate effective data access and analysis
• Perform technical accounting research utilizing online tools and publicly available information, assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties, and develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel
• Apply accounting, financial and analytical skills to various client situations and practice disciplines, such as detailed reviews of financial statements and underlying accounting records and the application of GAAP
• Maintain detailed working paper records of reflecting assumptions, methodologies, and sources of information employed during the performance of all analytical tasks
• Prepare draft written analyses and other reports for third parties, as necessary, on the project scope and/or results of activities

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree with an emphasis in accounting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements
• 3+ years of technical accounting and audit experience, experience at a large multinational
• Ability to travel occasionally based on client need
• This role requires travel to clients and FTI offices
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant or foreign equivalent

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation

Minimum Pay: $69,000

Maximum Pay: $176,000

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.