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About the Role

The CFO Advisory Director leads accounting advisory engagements, overseeing accounting positions, managing delivery timelines, and identifying risks to ensure high-quality client outcomes. This role requires strong business judgment and strategic thinking, with the ability to communicate complex accounting issues effectively to diverse stakeholders. The Director also contributes to business growth through technical expertise, leadership, and consistent client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to team members, including coaching, mentoring, and supporting professional development
Deliver ongoing performance feedback and act as a Career Advisor
Collaborate on technical accounting positions and quality assurance processes
Monitor project progress and proactively manage risks in client service delivery
Deliver timely, high-quality, and risk-based accounting advisory services
Translate complex accounting concepts for both financial and non-financial audiences
Provide practical guidance to support and defend critical business decisions
Contribute to business development efforts through technical excellence and client relationships
Supervise engagement teams and ensure alignment with deadlines, objectives, and quality standards

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, IFRS, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements
Excellent analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Adaptability in evolving and dynamic work environments
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Collaborative team player with the ability to delegate effectively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
Extensive client service experience in accounting advisory or related fields
Executive-level corporate finance experience and deep understanding of regulatory frameworks
Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States
Will not provide work sponsorship for this position

Skills

US GAAP
SEC reporting
IFRS
Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
Analytical skills
Diagnostic skills
Problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Accuracy
Adaptability
Organizational skills
Time management skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
Client service
Accounting advisory
Corporate finance
Regulatory frameworks

Location

United States

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

10+ years of professional experience in public accounting or a related field
3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Salary/Compensations

Pay From: $179,500 to $280,500

Benefits

Annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision care
Disability and life insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Retirement plans
Paid Care Leave

About the Company

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally.
Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association.
At Cherry Bekaert, your career is about you. With growing industry expertise, a strong support system, and our team’s shared values, we encourage you to choose your path. Join the Firm that acknowledges and recognizes the power of the individual.

Equal Opportunity

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.