Accounting/Financial Reporting Consultant

CGI•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

CGI is seeking an Accounting/Financial Reporting Consultant to join our local client. This position provides hands-on accounting and financial reporting support for early-stage and prototype business initiatives. This person will partner closely with internal stakeholders to establish, manage, and enhance financial processes for emerging concepts as they evolve from early testing through more scalable operations. This position is ideal for an accounting or finance professional who is comfortable working in environments with changing priorities, building structure from the ground up, and acting as a collaborative thought partner to business leaders. This is a 6 month contract with possible extensions. Candidates must be local to Atlanta and be willing to occasionally go onsite.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Accounting and financial management background with direct financial reporting experience
Experience ranging from early-career public accounting to senior-level accounting or finance roles
Demonstrated comfort working with incomplete information or undefined processes
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to engage stakeholders to find answers
High level of professionalism and discretion when working with sensitive information
Ability to manage competing priorities and move quickly when needed

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA-track credentials preferred.
Experience supporting startup, pilot, or prototype-stage businesses a plus.
Background in building or refining accounting and financial reporting processes highly preferred.
Curiosity and a continuous-improvement mindset a must.
Experience with accounting and financial reporting tools preferred.
QuickBooks experience is helpful but not required.
Familiarity with payment platforms or non-integrated financial systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end accounting and financial operations for prototype-stage businesses, including transaction oversight, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making
Build, document, and improve financial processes for new and evolving business models
Partner with cross-functional teams to assess financial performance, risks, and opportunities
Operate effectively in ambiguous environments by identifying issues, asking thoughtful questions, and driving clarity
Handle confidential and sensitive financial information with discretion and sound judgment
Support multiple initiatives over time as business concepts change or expand
Work with urgency and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment