Manager - Finance Transformation (NY)

CrossCountry Consulting • New York, NY

9d • $107,000 - $236,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value. Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here . As a Manager in the Finance Transformation area at CrossCountry, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our Office of the CFO clients through the complexities of Finance strategy, operating model design and F&A operations. You will leverage your expertise to help organizations align their performance improvement and technology initiatives with their business goals, drive innovation, and achieve operational excellence. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of finance function and industry leading practices.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in high-growth or pre-IPO commercial/non-financial services companies
• Prior experience in professional services (public accounting or advisory firm)
• Expertise in finance transformation, system implementation, operations improvement, business process improvement, and acquisition and divestiture implementation in the commercial industry
• Experience with Finance Operating Model design, Close Management, Financial Reporting, Integrations, IPO readiness, and Internal Controls
• ERP system experience in Workday, Oracle, SAP, Netsuite or Intacct
• Experience with CFO suite technologies and other systems used for FP&A, Close Automation, P2P, and Consolidation
• Proven leadership experience fostering an environment of collaboration and excellence
• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or other technical discipline
• At lease one of the following certifications: CPA, CISA, CFE, CPA, PMP

Responsibilities

• Lead client finance and/or accounting functions, including accounting and operational process improvements, financial system integration, financial close management enhancement, and system strategy/selection
• Design and advise on best practices for accounting processes and controls across various functional areas such as order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, record-to-report, financial reporting, and FP&A
• Provide guidance developing target operating models and managing change accordingly
• Assist clients in navigating complex corporate transactions, such as acquisition integrations, divestitures/carve-outs, and public company readiness
• Identify pain points and improvements in key process areas, including controls, and support the implementation of solutions
• Optimize and automate processes and controls to enhance efficiency
• Assist in system and people integrations, identifying efficiencies between the client’s accounting systems and other tools
• 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.

Benefits

• The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching.
• Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being.
• For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/ .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees