Consulting Director, Financial Close

Overview Role: Consulting Director, Financial Close Location: Sydney or Melbourne, Australia. This is a full-time role open to candidates located in Australia. We prefer candidates based in Sydney or Melbourne, but will also consider remote applicants across the country. Travel Expectations: Up to 40% 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 ) "Great Place to Work" Certified ) "Consulting's Fastest Growing Firms" - Consulting Magazine (2022) Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America ) #4 “Fastest Growing Consulting Firm” – Consulting Magazine (2020) Clearsulting has recently expanded into the ANZ region, making this a unique opportunity to become a cornerstone of our growth. You’ll have the chance to help shape the future of a fast-growing company in a new market — with your fingerprints all over the journey. What You’ll Do Full understanding of BlackLine (or similar financial close technologies) across various modules including implementation Proven track record in practice growth responsible for revenue and margin targets associated with technology implementation and finance transformation projects Ability to lead discussions regarding R2R technology and process in detail with seamless transition between the two Lead development of executive-level presentations to communicate complex issues and recommendations across processes, systems, and people Attention to detail in executing work products with excellent follow-through Full ability to manage people, develop teams, and coach more junior team members Effective organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities Consistently follow all firm policies and guidance What You’ll Bring 8–10+ years of finance management and/or transformation consulting experience at a large consulting firm Technical competency in Record-to-Report (R2R), including Financial Close & Consolidation, Cost Accounting, General Accounting, and/or Intercompany Accounting End-to-end process knowledge of R2R, including process design and optimization Strong leadership skills with an executive presence Proven project management experience: workplan development, milestone tracking, risk and change management, and stakeholder communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex business concepts to executive audiences Experience with System Development Lifecycle (SDLC): requirements gathering, solution design, and testing cycles Highly organized and able to manage competing priorities effectively Team-oriented mindset with the ability to foster a collaborative environment Commitment to Clearsulting’s culture and values, building strong client and colleague relationships Willingness and ability to travel Excited about what we\'re doing but don\'t fit every requirement? No problem At Clearsulting, we\'re forward-thinkers on a mission to redefine consulting excellence. We\'re all about diversity and inclusion, committed to assembling teams that mirror the world around us. So, if you\'re passionate about our mission, you could be the perfect fit for this role or another within our dynamic team. Don\'t hesitate to apply Diversity & Inclusion Clearsulting is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all genders and identities. Learn more about Clearsulting by visiting #LI-JH1 #J-18808-Ljbffr