A nationally recognized financial advisory firm—celebrated for its culture, client impact, and growth—is hiring a Director of Finance Advisory to join its expanding leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to lead high-impact client engagements, grow a $2M+ portfolio, and shape firm strategy in a people-first, mission-driven environment.
You’ll step into a pivotal client-facing role with visibility across executive stakeholders, autonomy to drive transformation, and a mandate to mentor the next generation of finance leaders.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement & Strategic Delivery
- Lead a portfolio of diverse client engagements across industries
- Oversee accounting ops (GAAP, close cycles, job costing) and advanced FP&A
- Deliver high-value insights through reporting, planning, and strategic finance
- Ensure excellence and consistency across all client deliverables
Leadership & Team Development
- Manage and mentor a high-performing team of Controllers and Accountants
- Drive recruiting, onboarding, and culture-building initiatives
- Champion internal growth, succession planning, and continuous learning
Business Growth & Firm Strategy
- Own a $2M+ book of business and deepen long-term client partnerships
- Expand service offerings, improve delivery efficiency, and drive margin health
- Contribute to firm innovation, thought leadership, and cross-functional strategy
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 10–15+ years in consulting, corporate finance, or accounting (with FP&A and leadership experience) for mid-market companies
- Proven client services leader with a consultative mindset and strategic acumen
- Executive presence with the ability to simplify complexity and drive C-suite outcomes
- History of growing business ($1M–$5M) and leading high-performing teams
- Entrepreneurial, agile, and solutions-oriented
Why You Should Explore This
- Award-winning culture focused on impact, empathy, and collaboration
- Remote-first , flexible environment with generous PTO
- 100% paid medical premiums for employees & dependents
- Clear paths for career progression and leadership investment
- Competitive compensation + 401(k) match + bonus opportunities
Seniority level
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Finance, Business Development, and ManagementIndustries
Business Consulting and Services and Financial Services
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