Senior Accounting Consultant – CFO Advisory

Orion Placement

. Lead and support month-end close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in month-end close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting, while effectively mentoring junior team members and improving client accounting operations. Proficient in financial analysis and cost accounting within various industries, with strong communication skills for client interactions.

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Month-End CloseJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsCost AccountingFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisCash-To-Accrual ConversionsJob CostingExcelAccounting Operations

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksNetSuiteSageDynamics 365

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Accounting AdvisoryPrivate EquityManufacturingIndustrialConstruction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support month-end close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
Help clients improve accounting operations, reporting accuracy, and internal financial processes
Perform cash-to-accrual conversions
Prepare supporting schedules and assist with opening balance sheets
Support cost accounting, job costing, and financial analysis across client engagements
Work directly with finance leaders and executives to identify challenges and implement practical solutions
Assist with financial reporting packages, process improvements, and post-acquisition accounting integration
Mentor junior team members
Contribute to the continued growth of the advisory practice
Travel approximately 35% annually to client locations, including occasional extended on-site assignments

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of professional accounting experience
Previous consulting or accounting advisory experience
Hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Exposure to cost accounting or job costing, ideally within manufacturing, industrial, or construction environments
Strong Excel skills
Experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or Dynamics 365
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred
CPA strongly preferred but not required
Private equity-backed company experience is a plus
Ability to communicate confidently with clients
Ability to travel approximately 35% annually
Must reside in the Houston, Tampa, or Miami metropolitan areas
Comfort traveling to client sites

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional mentorship
Ongoing training
Company-paid professional dues
Company-paid cell phone expenses
Company-paid internet expenses
Remote flexibility / work from home
Career advancement opportunities
Support for professional growth
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance