CrossCountry Consulting · 4 months ago
Controller to Consultant - Accounting Advisory
McLean, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expCrossCountry Consulting is an advisory firm dedicated to creating a positive experience for both clients and employees, grounded in their core values. They are seeking experienced accounting leaders to lead transformational projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with clients to address complex accounting and reporting challenges.
AccountingConsultingFinanceRisk Management
Responsibilities
Lead Financial Close & Operational Accounting Projects
Redesign and streamline monthly close processes
Assist with cash-to-accrual conversions and the creation of supporting schedules
Prepare and review reconciliations (intercompany, inventory, cash, prepaids)
Guide implementation of cloud-based accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Workday, Oracle)
Advise on Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting
Support SEC filings, restatements, and 10-K/10-Q/8-K disclosures
Drive revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and other technical areas
Guide internal control development, policy documentation, and audit readiness
Mentor & Lead Teams
Manage client engagements with a blend of hands-on delivery and oversight
Coach and develop junior team members
Build strong, trusted relationships with client accounting leaders and CFOs
Drive Change & Help Clients Scale
Guide clients through IPO readiness, carve-outs, and PE transactions
Support integration of finance systems during M&A activity
Liaise across Operations, Accounting, IT, FP&A, and operations to improve financial processes
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience advising commercial companies or private equity-backed portfolio companies in in-house roles such as Controller, Assistant Controller, or Director of Accounting
OR: Consulting experience in technical accounting or accounting transformation
Prior experience in professional services (public accounting, advisory firm, or management consulting firm)
Proven track record as an influential change agent, championing, organizing, and successfully and efficiently implementing new ideas and initiatives
Demonstrated experience successfully mentoring and leading a team
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Preferred
CPA or CA certification
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) with company matching
Generous parental and maternity leave policies
Technology stipends
Wellness reimbursement programs
Company
CrossCountry Consulting
CrossCountry Consulting is a provider of customized finance, accounting, human capital, operations and technology consulting services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.5M2022-12-06Acquired
2021-02-11Series Unknown· $1.5M
Leadership Team
Erik Linn
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Amy M. Seibel
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-09
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