Lead Consultant, CFO & Business Consulting

General information

Name Lead Consultant, CFO & Business Consulting Posting Title Lead Consultant - CFO & Business Consulting, Accounting Advisory Services Ref # 2236697 Date Published Friday, April 10, 2026 City Tysons State Virginia Country United States Job Category Risk Advisory Advertised Location US-GA-Atlanta, US-NY-New York, US-VA-Tysons Working time Full Time

Description & Requirements

The Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) team helps organizations strengthen their finance and accounting functions through modern, technology-enabled solutions and execution support. You will play a key role in shaping and expanding our national practice - managing client engagements, guiding project teams, and driving high‑quality delivery across complex accounting initiatives. The role blends technical expertise with leadership, requiring a passion for exceptional client service, a commitment to developing team members, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly across internal and client-facing, cross‑functional teams.

What You Will Do:

• Develop engagement strategies and lead the execution of complex accounting and finance advisory workstreams in collaboration with AAS leadership
• Serve as a primary point of contact for C‑suite and senior client executives, delivering regular updates, insights, and final presentations
• Lead and mentor project teams, providing guidance, coaching, and performance development
• Oversee quality control and ensure deliverables meet technical, regulatory, and client expectations
• Identify and resolve challenges in engagement delivery, escalating to Directors, Senior Managers, and Managers when appropriate
• Perform and review technical accounting research, advising clients on GAAP, SEC, and regulatory requirements
• Participating in complex transactions including IPOs, SPACs, and M&A
• Support business development activities, including proposal development, scoping, pricing, and relationship management

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4+ years or more of relevant experience
• Strong proven technical expertise in the areas of financial accounting, technical accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting, M&A, or financial operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• CPA License

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About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm’s 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience® through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network. Visit forvismazars.us to learn more.

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