[Hiring] Senior Consultant - Accounting Advisory @CrossCountry Consulting

Role Description

By joining our rapidly growing Accounting Advisory practice you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored integrated solutions that solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success. With support from experienced leaders and a dedicated coach, you will join a collaborative community that invites you to contribute beyond the scope of client delivery.

• Perform technical accounting research on complex accounting issues including debt/equity transactions, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, consolidations, business acquisitions, divestitures, leases, statement of cash flows presentation, etc.
• Prepare technical accounting memorandums documenting research performed and conclusions reached.
• Support the implementation of technical accounting matters, including preparing journal entries and drafting accounting policies and processes.
• Communicate and support technical accounting analyses and conclusions with client stakeholders and external auditors.
• Prepare external financial reporting, including the primary financial statements and footnote disclosures.
• Keep informed of new and evolving accounting topics.
• Communicate effectively with clients to convey project findings, updates, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with CrossCountry and client team members regarding business issues and potential solutions.
• Assist with project administration (e.g., project setup and planning, budgeting, account management, billing).
• Contribute to developing and implementing firm-approved, AI-enabled solutions for clients, in accordance with company policies on data protection, intellectual property, and professional standards.
• Stay informed about emerging AI tools and techniques and collaborate with firm leadership to identify compliant opportunities to enhance client solutions and internal processes.
• Comfort with AI: Demonstrate ability to responsibly explore and adopt firm-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation.
• Continuous Learning Mindset: Openness to learning and applying emerging technologies including AI and automation in alignment with firm policies and client standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant technical accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Progressive experience in accounting advisory within public accounting (Big 4 or top-tier firms) and/or industry roles focusing on technical accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS/U.S. GAAP accounting standards and financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate ability and desire to research complex technical accounting issues and effectively communicate findings.
• Professionalism and discretion when interacting with executives and clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA or CA certification preferred.
• Experience supporting transactions as a result of (or in preparation for) one or more of the following areas: mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, spin-offs, carve-outs, and IPO is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Generous parental and maternity leave policies.
• Technology stipends.
• Wellness reimbursement programs.