Finance & Accounting Advisory

About the role

In this role, you will act as a key leader within Cfgi, partnering directly with C-level executives, mid-cap organizations, and emerging start-ups to navigate complex financial landscapes. You will take full ownership of client relationships, driving engagement success and ensuring that every interaction delivers measurable value to the client and the firm. This position requires you to lead high-impact advisory projects across diverse industries, applying deep technical accounting knowledge to solve critical business problems. You will serve as a strategic advisor, guiding clients through intricate accounting challenges, transaction support, and regulatory reporting with precision and insight. Your entrepreneurial mindset will be essential as you contribute to the firm's business development, thought leadership, and long-term growth strategies. You will mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous professional development. Ultimately, you will shape the direction of engagements, ensuring that deliverables align with regulatory standards and client expectations while reinforcing Cfgi's reputation for excellence.

Key facts

What you'll do

Lead complex client engagements across multiple sectors, applying advanced knowledge of accounting standards to deliver strategic advisory services.

Partner with executive leadership and external auditors, serving as the primary subject matter expert to resolve intricate financial reporting issues.

Design and execute scoping sessions that define engagement objectives, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with client stakeholders.

Develop and oversee the delivery of financial and regulatory reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP, and US GAAP requirements.

Drive business development efforts by identifying new client opportunities, nurturing industry relationships, and contributing to firm-wide growth initiatives.

Mentor professionals at all levels, providing guidance, feedback, and leadership to enhance team capabilities and performance.

Create and refine training materials and firm-wide resources, establishing best practices and elevating the overall knowledge base of the organization.

Lead the preparation of high-quality client deliverables, including technical memos, financial statements, and regulatory filings under tight deadlines.

Champion continuous improvement by evaluating engagement processes, implementing enhancements, and ensuring timely, efficient execution.

Act as a trusted advisor to clients, translating complex accounting standards into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.

Oversee project management activities, coordinating cross-functional resources to ensure alignment with client expectations and firm standards.

Proactively identify emerging risks and opportunities within client portfolios, providing forward-looking recommendations to mitigate issues and drive value.

Build and maintain long-term client trust by demonstrating reliability, integrity, and deep technical expertise in every interaction.

Contribute to the firm's thought leadership by sharing insights, participating in internal discussions, and developing innovative solutions to evolving accounting challenges.

Requirements

Hold an undergraduate degree in Accounting, or a combination of ACA, ACCA, CPA, and/or an MBA with solid accounting experience considered in lieu of a pure accounting degree.

Bring a minimum of 14 years of cumulative experience in accounting, finance, or consulting, with a proven tenure at a Big Four accounting firm.

Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with the ability to assimilate seamlessly into diverse teams and client environments.

Possess strong technical proficiency, including a working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (UK GAAP), and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).

Show a proactive approach in identifying client needs, coupled with the ability to build and sustain strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders.

Operate as a highly organized and focused professional, capable of setting overall engagement expectations, direction, and priorities for complex projects.

Exhibit effective analytical and critical thinking abilities, applying sound judgment to resolve challenging accounting and financial reporting issues.

Embody an entrepreneurial nature, self-motivation, ethical behavior, and dependability in all professional interactions and commitments.

Maintain high energy levels and a steadfast commitment to quality client service, ensuring positive resolutions to conflicts and stakeholder concerns.

Consistently seek opportunities to enhance personal and team skills through higher-level training, development of firm training materials, and contribution to the firm's knowledge base.

Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, client-facing advisory environment.

Uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, reflecting Cfgi's values in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and partners.

Leverage experience in leading and overseeing end-to-end client engagements, from initial scoping through to final delivery and review.

Nice to have

Preferred candidates will have experience developing and enhancing firm training programs, providing guidance on new accounting standards and best practices.

Ideal candidates will actively participate in firm-wide growth strategies, identifying market opportunities and strengthening industry relationships.

Preferred individuals will demonstrate a track record of mentoring professionals at all levels, supporting their career development and performance excellence.

Practical notes

This is a full-time position based in Cambridge, England.

Travel requirements, visa sponsorship information, application deadlines, and specific hour expectations are not detailed in the available source material.