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Associate Director - Accounting Advisory (Life Sciences) (BOS)
Associate Director - Accounting Advisory (Life Sciences) (BOS)CrossCountry Consulting • Boston, MA, US
Associate Director - Accounting Advisory (Life Sciences) (BOS)

Associate Director - Accounting Advisory (Life Sciences) (BOS)

CrossCountry Consulting • Boston, MA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

We are currently seeking an Associate Director to develop and grow the Accounting Advisory practice in the Boston market.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide various accounting advisory services including assistance with initial public offerings, advising on complex accounting policies in all areas of US GAAP and / or IFRS, restatement assistance, financial reporting, complex transactions, internal control programs and addressing the need for continuous improvement and optimization of the finance and accounting functions. If you enjoy providing advisory expertise to local clients, this is a unique opportunity to become part of our collaborative, energetic and entrepreneurial team at CrossCountry Consulting.

Responsibilities :

  • Provide guidance on all areas involving accounting / finance functions to include : financial reporting, operational accounting, technical accounting, transactions
  • Manage client accounts, projects, and engagements, including : work plans, staffing, deadlines, and budgets throughout all lifecycle phases – strategy, goal-setting, deliverables, and maintaining an integrated project plan
  • Create presentations that effectively inform and influence client decisions
  • Act as role model, supervisor, coach, and mentor to Managing Consultants, Senior Consultants and Consultants on projects and within coaching families
  • Manage teams and individuals by tracking and directing performance against objectives
  • Develop timely resolutions to issues, risks, and project team conflicts
  • Foster a spirit of collaboration among team members
  • Generate new and add-on business opportunities, develop delivery methodologies and new service offerings
  • Willingness to travel domestically up to 30%

Ideal Skills & Qualifications :

  • 10+ years of related management consulting experience or a combination of consulting and industry experience in Life Sciences
  • In depth knowledge of accounting standards (US GAAP and / or IFRS) and the ability to advise / research complex technical accounting and transaction issues
  • Big Four or equivalent consulting experience. This background is a critical differentiator among interested candidates.
  • Business acumen with a strong understanding of accounting and business processes
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster an environment of collaboration and excellence
  • Consistent success in building and developing strong client relationships
  • Ability to work with client management and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes
  • Mentorship and people development capabilities
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills including comfort with executive audiences
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to think from a “big picture” perspective
  • Creativity, confidence, and flexibility
  • High energy, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Great sense of humor!
  • Certifications Desired :

  • CPA or CA
  • Education :

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Business, Finance or other technical discipline
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    For applicants located in Boston, CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to, skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $124,500-260,000 per year + annual bonus + additional benefits.

    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.

    We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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