Managing Director - CFO Accounting Advisory

Location: Irvine, CA – US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

About the role

This role will support financial discipline around P&L visibility, margin improvement, and business performance. You will partner with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to improve planning processes, financial discipline, controls, and resource allocation. The position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise performance and scalable financial operations within a Legal & Accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting support engagements including transactions and IPO readiness
• Impact client financial statements and operational profitability
• Engage with clients to understand their business goals and objectives
• Provide guidance and recommendations to enhance business performance
• Deliver insights through review, analysis, and discussions
• Manage cross-functional teams to meet client profitability targets
• Build relationships to acquire new clients and projects
• Invest in personal and team professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field; Master's preferred
• CPA required, CFA or other relevant certifications a plus
• 15+ years of related experience, preferably in technical accounting advisory or Big 4
• Industry experience in private equity
• Proven track record of managing senior client relationships and leading complex engagements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments

Benefits

• Lead a rapidly growing advisory practice
• Influence financial reporting and digital finance futures
• Collaborate with innovative clients across various sectors
• Competitive compensation and flexible work environment

Pay

$215,950 – $409,420 annually