CrossCountry Consulting · 3 hours ago
Associate Director - Accounting Advisory (Life Sciences) (NY/NJ)
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$124K/yr - $260K/yr
10+ years expCrossCountry Consulting is seeking an Associate Director to develop and grow the Accounting Advisory practice in the New York and New Jersey markets. The role involves providing various accounting advisory services, managing client accounts, and contributing to the development of AI-enabled solutions.
AccountingConsultingFinanceRisk Management
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
Contribute to developing and implementing firm-approved, AI-enabled solutions for clients, in accordance with company policies on data protection, intellectual property, and professional standards
Stay informed about emerging AI tools and techniques and collaborate with firm leadership to identify compliant opportunities to enhance client solutions and internal processes
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%
Qualification
Required
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
Experience with license and collaboration arrangements, GTN accounting, clinical trials and complex debt/equity arrangements
Big Four or equivalent consulting experience
Comfort with AI: Demonstrated ability to responsibly explore and adopt firm-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation
Continuous Learning Mindset: Openness to learning and applying emerging technologies including AI and automation in alignment with firm policies and client standards
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
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Accounting, Business, Finance or other technical discipline
Preferred
Certifications Desired: CPA or CA
Benefits
Annual bonus
Additional benefits
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
2026-02-02
2025-12-09
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