Manager – Accounting Advisory (Operational Accounting/Controller)

About the role

We are an advisory firm dedicated to Core Values of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance. Our services span accounting, risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions. We partner with clients across various industries and company stages, including early-stage, emerging growth, middle-market, and large, complex organizations. Our commitment to our people has led to numerous awards, including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting & Close Support
• Develop streamlined monthly close processes
• Manage cash-to-accrual conversions and supporting schedules
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, account analyses, and roll forwards
• Support accounting compliance activities, including tax reporting, sales tax exemptions, 1099 reporting, and preparation of financial statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting initiatives
• Guide the implementation and optimization of cloud-based finance and accounting systems
• Oversee the preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and period-end close activities
• Guide clients through efficient external audit processes
• Financial Reporting Support
• SEC reporting, including the design of reporting processes, restatement assistance, and preparation of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K
• Improve financial planning and analysis through budgeting, forecasting, and data analytics
• Review monthly internal financial reporting packages
• Support regulatory reporting requirements
• Operational Accounting & Transformation
• Partner with business units outside of accounting to improve financial operations
• Advisory clients on leveraging AI and automation to streamline close processes, improve forecasting, and enhance data-driven decision making
• Collaborate with IT and finance teams on ERP implementations, finance transformation initiatives, and financial system integrations during acquisitions
• Support implementation of new accounting standards and accounting policies
• Client & Project Leadership
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding project findings, recommendations, and status updates
• Collaborate with CrossCountry and client teams to identify business issues and develop practical solutions
• Oversee project administration, including project planning, budgeting, account management, and billing
• Mentor team members through coaching, regular feedback, performance evaluations, and development opportunities
• 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 collaborate with firm leadership to identify compliant opportunities to enhance client solutions and internal processes

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience spanning advisory, technical accounting, and/or controllership functions with commercial organizations or PE-backed portfolio companies
• Prior experience in professional services (public accounting, advisory firm, or management consulting firm)
• Strong operational and technical accounting background, including experience researching complex accounting issues and implementing accounting policies
• Experience supporting financial reporting, operational accounting, finance transformation, and accounting process improvements
• Hands-on experience or significant exposure to ERP systems and reporting tools such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks, Workiva, DFIN, Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, Snowflake, SQL, or Python
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and automation tools to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills
• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members
• Professionalism and discretion when interacting with executives and clients
• Comfort with AI: Demonstrated 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

Benefits

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

For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: here.