Consulting Director, Accounting Advisory

Aprio • Englewood, CO

14h

About The Position

Aprio is seeking a Consulting Director to join its Accounting Advisory practice and deliver strategic financial solutions to clients navigating complex business environments. The role serves as a trusted advisor to CFO organizations and leads high-impact engagements in areas including audit readiness, technical accounting, ERP transformation, M&A, and related services. The director manages client relationships and project delivery while leading and developing accounting and finance professionals. This is a leadership opportunity for an entrepreneurial professional focused on exceeding client expectations and contributing to the growth of Aprio’s practice.

The role offers exposure to executive-level client engagements across diverse industries and service areas, including SOX compliance, M&A, ERP integration, technical accounting, and IPO advisory. The director also contributes to team development and practice growth within a growing professional services firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• At least 12 years of progressive experience in public accounting and industry.
• Corporate accounting and/or finance experience at a large public or private corporation.
• Experience with period-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, variance analysis, financial statement preparation, technical accounting, general ledger management, and audit readiness.
• Experience managing SOX engagements and maintaining direct relationships with external auditors.
• Track record of leading one or more teams with accounting operations responsibilities.
• Familiarity with overall business operations and experience leading multiple cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) rules and standards.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics, D365, PeopleSoft, Lawson, Hyperion, OneStream, or BPC.
• Strong computer skills.
• Demonstrated career progression and job stability.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including macros and pivot tables.
• Experience with ERP system integration, process improvement initiatives, M&A transactions, and/or SOX program development.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements across audit readiness and SOX compliance, M&A and due diligence, ERP integration and optimization, technical accounting, SEC reporting, core accounting, and pre- and post-IPO planning and support.
• Partner with CFO organizations to deliver strategic financial leadership, solutions, and measurable results.
• Manage client relationships, emphasizing quality delivery, client satisfaction, and exceeding expectations.
• Lead and develop consulting teams across concurrent client engagements.
• Collaborate with clients to define and drive strategic direction, including leading cross-functional teams.
• Apply technical accounting expertise, including U.S. GAAP and FASB standards, to solve complex client challenges.
• Contribute to firm growth through business development, client expansion, and entrepreneurial engagement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• 9+ holidays and a discretionary time-off structure.
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with a cash incentive upon completion.
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group, and individual performance.
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales.
• Wellness program.
• Flexible working environment, including remote and hybrid options.
• Competitive compensation and industry-leading benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director