Managing Director - CFO Accounting Advisory

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor to clients with deep technical expertise in financial instruments, derivatives, securitizations, digital assets and complex accounting issues
• Lead and deliver advisory engagements on complex accounting topics including: Consolidations (ASC 810), Revenue Recognition (ASC 606), Leases (ASC 842), Business Combinations (ASC 805), Impairments (ASC 350/360), Share-based payments (ASC 718)
• Advise clients on classification, measurement, and disclosure of financial instruments under ASC 815, ASC 825, and IFRS 9
• Lead and deliver advisory engagements involving: Derivatives and hedge accounting, Fair value measurements (ASC 820), Structured products, securitizations, and loan accounting, CECL implementation and modeling (ASC 826)
• Advise on accounting policy development, restatements, and remediation of material weaknesses
• Build and grow client relationships with financial institutions, fintech’s, asset managers, and exchanges
• Build and maintain strong relationships with CFOs, Controllers, and Audit Committees
• Drive thought leadership in emerging accounting topics, including evolving FASB and SEC guidance
• Stay abreast of regulatory developments (SEC, FASB, IASB, Basel III, etc.) and emerging technologies impacting financial reporting
• Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing teams; foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence
• Support business development, proposals, and go-to-market strategies for financial services and technical accounting services
• Collaborate cross-functionally with tax, risk, valuation, managed services, and technology teams to deliver end-to-end solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a specialized field such as accounting, business, finance or related field – Master’s degree preferred
• CPA preferred, CFA or other relevant certifications a plus
• 15+ years of relevant experience in financial services and/or technical accounting advisory, Big 4 or top-tier consulting preferred
• Industry experience in financial services (banking, capital markets, asset management, or insurance), digital assets, private equity, or fintech
• Deep expertise in financial instruments and financial services accounting
• Proven track record of leading complex engagements and managing senior client relationships
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver high-impact solutions in fast paced environments
• Attention to detail along with a commitment to quality and confidentiality
• Ability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends, as well as the ability to travel overnight, as necessary

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $215,950 to $409,420. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.