External Auditor

Big 4 External Audit → Advisory Consulting (Fortune 1000 Projects)

 

Job description

Transition From External Audit Into Strategic Advisory Work

 

Professionals with a background in public accounting audit often reach a point where they want broader exposure to business initiatives while continuing guaranteed bonus)

- Bonus for travel + extra hours

- Many other benefits, very extensive comp plan

- $5K relocation

 

An established professional services organization is seeking experienced auditors to join a client advisory team supporting senior finance leadership at large and mid-sized companies. The role involves working on complex accounting, reporting, and finance transformation initiatives across a variety of industries.

 

This position offers the opportunity to move beyond recurring audit cycles while continuing to leverage a strong accounting foundation in a consulting environment.

 

Responsibilities:

- Team members work alongside client finance leadership on a variety of projects, which may include:

- Preparing organizations for capital markets transactions or regulatory reporting requirements

- Supporting accounting considerations during acquisitions, divestitures, or reorganizations

- Improving financial reporting processes and controls

- Advising on technical accounting topics and complex accounting treatments

- Assisting finance teams with special initiatives and high-priority projects

- Assignments vary by engagement and provide exposure to different industries and business challenges.

 

Candidate Profile:

- This role is designed for professionals who bring a strong technical accounting foundation and experience working with complex organizations.

 

Typical qualifications include:

- Background in external audit within a large public accounting environment

- Approximately 3–6 years of professional experience

- Experience working with large or complex clients

- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting

- Ability to collaborate directly with client finance teams and stakeholders

- Candidates at the senior associate or early manager level are generally the strongest fit.

 

Backgrounds That Are Less Aligned With This Role:

This opportunity is primarily focused on individuals coming from an external audit. Candidates whose experience is mainly in the following areas may find the role less aligned:

- Internal audit

- Corporate FP&A or finance planning roles

- ERP or systems implementation

- Tax-focused positions

- Accounting roles exclusively within industry environments

 

Work Environment:

- Open to candidates based in the United States

- Flexible working arrangements depending on project requirements

- Some travel may be required based on client engagements

 

What This Opportunity Offers:

- Exposure to complex accounting and finance projects

- Direct collaboration with senior finance leaders

- The ability to broaden experience beyond traditional audit work

- A structured professional services environment focused on advisory work

 

Compensation:

- $100K - $120K base

- 30% guaranteed bonus on top for the first 2 years paid monthly

- $130K - $156K (Base +