Accounting Consultant (Director/Manager)

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing accounting processes and identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and scalability


• Assist the Controller and CFO with process improvement initiatives across the accounting function


• Support the integration of a recent acquisition into the company's accounting processes, workflows, and reporting structure


• Partner with accounting leadership to streamline month-end close and other key accounting procedures


• Project manage the adoption of AP Automation software, including expense management, corporate card administration, approval workflows, policy enforcement, and integration with the general ledger. There is a 3^rd party consulting company assisting with the technical side of the implementation.


• Develop and document new workflows, controls, and procedures to improve operational effectiveness


• Analyze data, create reporting tools, and leverage advanced Excel capabilities to drive decision-making


• Help position the accounting organization for future growth and potential ERP enhancements or migrations

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field


• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Manager, Controller, or Director-level responsibilities


• Proven experience leading accounting process improvement, automation, and systems optimization initiatives


• Strong understanding of accounting operations, internal controls, and financial reporting


• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and manipulate large datasets


• Experience integrating acquisitions into existing accounting and finance processes strongly preferred


• The ideal consultant will be someone who has implemented new tools, mapped things out, created new workflows, and made them more efficient while being technology-minded and process improvement oriented

Preferred Experience

• Experience working within midsize ERP environments required; experience with Dynamics, NetSuite, Intacct, or similar platforms preferred.


• Experience with Ramp (or similar financial automation tools like Bill.com or Stampli) is preferred


• Healthcare industry experience is beneficial but not required


• Nashville-area candidates are preferred, though highly qualified remote candidates will be considered