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Cherry Bekaert · 1 week ago

Director, Finance & Accounting Outsourcing - Not for Profit industry

Tysons Corner, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$146K/yr - $240K/yr

10+ years exp

Cherry Bekaert is a leading assurance, tax, and advisory firm serving clients across various industries. The Director of Finance and Outsourced Accounting will oversee client engagements, ensure high-quality service delivery, and drive the growth of the practice while mentoring team members.

AccountingConsultingFinancial ServicesWealth Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and manage client engagements, both monthly and consulting, from planning through execution and completion

Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor

Meet client deliverables on schedule and within budget constraints

Deliver financial results and education to finance and audit committees and board of directors

Timely client invoice preparation and review, monitoring and follow-up on collections

Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and development

Participation in staffing and allocation of resources, including communication and facilitation with others as needed to ensure efficient service delivery

Cultivate communication and collaboration within the team

Be a Career Advisor to include facilitation of training, periodic meetings and other oversight

Utilization management of staff

Promote innovative solutions leveraging technology to enhance service delivery and efficiency

Proficiency in technical matters and capability to operate both accounting and related support systems

Ensure engagements follow industry standards and best practices

Monitor and manage financial metrics, including rate per hour, realization and revision of contracts with clients

Promote and bring other Advisory Service offerings to clients

Contribute to the strategic planning process, aligning the practice's goals with firm-wide objectives

Identify market opportunities and initiate measures for growth and expansion

Lead initiatives to modernize the practice by integrating advanced technologies and processes

Qualification

CPAAccounting experienceFinancial forecastingFinancial management softwareInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsStrategic mindsetAdaptability

Required

CPA with a bachelor's in accounting; master's preferred but not required

10+ years of experience

Extensive experience in accounting and finance with not-for-profit organizations, both trade and charitable, with a background in outsourcing or consultancy services

Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire and manage a diverse team

Ability to work with those below and above level

Expertise in financial forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analytics

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for effective client and team interactions

Strong problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset

Proficiency in using financial management software and tools

Ability to adapt to and manage change effectively

Desire to make change to make things better