Baker Tilly US

Director, Accounting and Financial Advisory Services

Baker Tilly US

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: New York City • Illinois • Massachusetts • United States

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Salary

💰 $215,950 - $409,420 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Serve as a senior advisor to clients with deep technical expertise
  • Lead and deliver advisory engagements on complex accounting topics including: Consolidations (ASC 810), Revenue Recognition (ASC 606), Leases (ASC 842), Business Combinations (ASC 805), Impairments (ASC 350/360), Share-based payments (ASC 718), Complex financial instruments and other non-routine transactions
  • Advise on accounting policy development, restatements, and remediation of material weaknesses
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with CFOs, Controllers, and Audit Committees.
  • Drive thought leadership in emerging accounting topics, including evolving FASB and SEC guidance
  • Stay abreast of regulatory developments (SEC, FASB, IASB, etc.) and emerging technologies impacting financial reporting
  • Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing teams; foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence
  • Support business development, proposals, and go-to-market strategies
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with tax, risk, valuation, managed services, and technology teams to deliver end-to-end solutions

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a specialized field such as accounting, business, finance or related field – Master’s degree preferred.
  • CPA required, CFA or other relevant certifications a plus
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in accounting advisory, Big 4 or top-tier consulting preferred
  • Proven track record of leading complex engagements and managing senior client relationships
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver high-impact solutions in fast paced environments
  • Attention to detail along with a commitment to quality and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends, as well as the ability to travel overnight, as necessary.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Flexible work environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Consolidations (ASC 810)Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)Leases (ASC 842)Business Combinations (ASC 805)Impairments (ASC 350/360)Share-based payments (ASC 718)Complex financial instrumentsAccounting policy developmentRestatementsRemediation of material weaknesses
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationPresentationStakeholder managementAttention to detailCommitment to qualityAbility to navigate ambiguityProblem-solvingCollaborationMentoring
Certifications
CPACFA