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Role:
Consulting Director, Financial Close
Location:
* Clearsulting is headquartered in Cleveland, OH, with our London office conveniently located just a stones throw from Borough Station. We also welcome remote work from other cities.
* Office Options: Hybrid
* Travel Requirements: at times up to 80%
Who We Are:
Clearsulting is a global consulting company with the motivation to deliver positive change through digital finance. Our team consists of finance specialists that bring experience and technical capabilities across the spectrum of finance, including financial close, digital reporting, risk advisory, treasury and more.
Clearsulting stands by its culture, shaped by our five Core Values: GRIT, Growth Mindset, Joy, Accountability, and Teamwork. Our unwavering dedication to these principles has garnered national recognition for our strong leadership, innovative approach, and outstanding workplace environment. Below are some of the awards and accolades that honor our commitment to excellence:
* Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Consulting (2022-2024)
* Great Place to Work Certified (2022-2024)
* Consultings Fastest Growing Firms - Consulting Magazine (2022)
* Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America (2020-2024)
* #4 “Fastest Growing Consulting Firm” – Consulting Magazine (2020)
* Encourage certifications and skill development relevant to the consulting field
What You’ll Do:
* Provide leadership and direction for multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery through:
o Collaboration with project managers on workplan creation, milestone tracking, risk management, status updates, change management, and communications.
o Actively managing project budgets, providing regular updates to clients.
o Monitoring project progress against scope, identifying deviations, and mitigating scope creep.
o Following change control procedures for scope adjustments.
o Monitoring and adjusting resource utilization for project efficiency.
o Reporting project performance to Engagement Lead.
* Manage the financial aspects of consulting projects by:
o Overseeing invoicing and billing processes.
o Collaborating with Consulting, Commercial leaders, and Operations for revenue and cash flow management.
o Monitoring key financial metrics and addressing issues impacting revenue targets.
o Implementing strategies for revenue optimization, including identifying upsell opportunities.
* Support client acquisition and commercial activities by:
o Driving strategy to enhance delivery and sales outcomes.
o Participating in the full sales cycle, drafting and reviewing Statements of Work (SOWs).
o Preparing and delivering presentations crucial for sales support.
* Provide guidance, support, and training to directors, managers, senior analysts, and analysts:
o Promote personal growth, succession planning, and upskilling.
o Define project team roles, responsibilities, and reporting structures.
o Encourage certifications and skill development.
* Collaborate with other Consulting and Commercial Directors to achieve company objectives:
o Foster teamwork to meet overall targets.
* Build and nurture client relationships:
o Address escalations and identify additional service opportunities.
o Act as primary point of contact during project delivery.
o Understand client requirements and align project strategies accordingly.
o Monitor client satisfaction and promptly address concerns.
o Seek client feedback to improve service delivery.
* Possess expert understanding and execute activities related to BlackLine, Workiva, Kyriba, OneStream, Coupa, or similar digital finance technologies:
o Covering various modules, including implementation.
1. Ensure compliance with internal policies and processes:
* Train team members on internal policies and workflows.
* Support understanding and compliance with guidelines.
* Embrace evolving responsibilities, demonstrating flexibility and a growth mindset.
What You’ll Bring:
* Bachelor’s or Masters Degree in a relevant field of study.
* 8+ years of finance management consulting experience.
* Expert understanding of project methodologies and techniques.
* Proven track record in practice growth, revenue, and margin targets associated with technology implementation and finance transformation projects.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive audiences.
* Expertise in project management, including SDLC principles.
* Effective organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
Nice-to-Haves:
* Experience with System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) principles.
* Ability to develop executive-level presentations.
* Strong relationship-building skills with clients and colleagues.
* Willingness and ability to travel, potentially up to 80%.
* Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.
Benefits:
We want to cultivate a thriving culture and company—and we know that your health and well-being matter. We offer a benefits package and perks for our team members that include:
* Medical, dental, and vision coverage
* Unlimited PTO
* Paid parental leave
* Retirement plans
* Flexible work environment
* Mobile phone reimbursement
* Access to mental health apps
* Life insurance coverage
Excited about what were doing but dont fit every requirement? No problem! At Clearsulting, were forward-thinkers on a mission to redefine consulting excellence. Were all about diversity and inclusion, committed to assembling teams that mirror the world around us. So, if youre passionate about our mission, you could be the perfect fit for this role or another within our dynamic team. Dont hesitate to apply!
Learn more about Clearsulting by visiting https://www.clearsulting.com/careers/culture/
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