Associate Director - Accounting Advisory (Technical Accounting)

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

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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 help our clients solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success. As an Associate Director at CrossCountry Consulting you will be responsible for a mix of client delivery, leading teams and developing junior team members, and participating in business development activities.

• Lead technical accounting research and provide guidance on complex accounting issues including debt / equity transactions, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, consolidations, business acquisitions and, divestures, leases, statement of cash flows presentation, etc.
• Prepare technical accounting analyses and documentation for complex accounting matters, and support the recording and implementation of such matters
• Partner with client management and external auditors to review and validate technical accounting conclusions reached
• Prepare external financial reporting, including the primary financial statements and footnote disclosures
• Provide guidance to client stakeholders on the impact of technical accounting matters
• Collaborate with third-party specialists (e.g., valuation, tax, legal, etc.) in the development and implementation of technical accounting assessments
• Keep informed about new and evolving accounting topics
• Contribute to the development of a client’s accounting policies, processes, and internal controls
• Mentor team members by coaching colleagues, providing regular ongoing feedback and annual performance reviews, and helping project teams resolve multi-faceted issues
• Provide thoughtful leadership and influence executive-level decision-making through a deep analytical insight into core business decisions
• Oversee client accounts, projects, and engagements, including work plans, staffing, timelines, and budgets throughout all lifecycle phases and maintain an integrated project plan
• Manage teams and people by tracking and directing performance against objectives, developing timely resolutions to issues, risks and project team conflicts
• Assist in generating new and add-on business opportunities, developing delivery methodologies and introducing new service offerings

• 10+ years of relevant technical accounting and financial reporting
• Extensive experience in accounting advisory within public accounting (Big 4 or top-tier firms) and/or industry roles focusing on technical accounting
• Strong technical accounting expertise, including extensive knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Consistent success in building and developing strong client relationships
• Proven track record as an influential change agent, championing, organizing and successfully and efficiently implementing new ideas and initiatives
• Demonstrated experience successfully mentoring and leading team

• Bachelor’s degree in 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-off, carve-out, and IPO is preferred but not required

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Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace. 

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.