Role Summary We are seeking an accomplished Director to join our Phoenix consulting team in a leadership role, focused on client delivery and expansion, new pursuits and proposals, and consultant development. The ideal candidate brings a strong consulting or advisory background, deep finance and accounting expertise, and the executive presence to lead difficult conversations with confidence. This Director will manage a portfolio of client relationships, mentor and develop a team of consultants, and play an active role in scoping new engagements and supporting business development.
Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage a portfolio of client engagements, serving as the primary relationship owner for assigned accounts
- Scope new client projects and develop engagement economics, staffing plans, and proposals
- Mentor and develop the Phoenix consulting team, acting as a day-to-day leader and coach
- Review consultant deliverables and maintain high standards of quality across all client work
- Balance time approximately 50/50 between billable client work, non-billable development work including sales pursuits, and internal team leadership
- Provide consulting services for clients, including accounting functions, reporting, forecasting, and planning activities
- Partner with senior leadership to drive market growth, team performance, and operational excellence
- Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, including CEOs, board members, private equity sponsors, and investors
- Support business development and sales efforts, including proposal development and participation in client pursuits
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field required
- 10+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, with demonstrated leadership responsibility
- 5+ years in a consulting, advisory, or outsourced finance capacity
- Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships simultaneously while executing against project timelines and deliverables
- Exceptional communication skills, able to navigate difficult conversations, influence senior stakeholders, and present complex financial matters clearly
- Experience developing proposals and supporting business development or client acquisition efforts
Preferred Qualifications - CPA (active or inactive) and/or MBA designation strongly preferred
- Experience in business origination, networking, or client development
- Corporate or operational accounting background with strong technical accounting skills
- Project accounting or cost accounting experience
- Familiarity with multiple ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Dynamics)
Compensation & Benefits NOW CFO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Flexible/hybrid work arrangements to support work-life balance
- Internal mobility opportunities within a PE-backed, nationally growing firm
NOW CFO's Phoenix office is a collaborative, respect-first environment operating in one of the fastest-growing markets in the country. If you have a strong background in financial leadership and a passion for developing people and delivering results across diverse client environments, we invite you to apply.
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