What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Consultant - CFO & Business Consulting, Accounting Advisory Services position at Forvis Mazars US?
Description & Requirements
The Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) team helps organizations strengthen their finance and accounting functions through modern, technology-enabled solutions and execution support. You will play a key role in shaping and expanding our national practice - managing client engagements, guiding project teams, and driving high-quality delivery across complex accounting initiatives. The role blends technical expertise with leadership, requiring a passion for exceptional client service, a commitment to developing team members, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly across internal and client-facing, cross-functional teams.
What You Will Do
About Forvis Mazars, LLP
Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000 team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.
With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we're building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience® while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.
What We Offer
Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.
Legal Notice
Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.
It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.
Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider any unsolicited referrals, resumes or CVs from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.
Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or recruiting agency unless such recruiter or recruiting agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume(s) or CV(s) submitted to anyone working for Forvis Mazars, LLP, or submitted to a Forvis Mazars, LLP general email, without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place, will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.
New York City Pay Transparency
Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New York Salary Range
NY Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 101,235
NY Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 158,800
The Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) team helps organizations strengthen their finance and accounting functions through modern, technology-enabled solutions and execution support. You will play a key role in shaping and expanding our national practice - managing client engagements, guiding project teams, and driving high-quality delivery across complex accounting initiatives. The role blends technical expertise with leadership, requiring a passion for exceptional client service, a commitment to developing team members, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly across internal and client-facing, cross-functional teams.
What You Will Do
- Develop engagement strategies and lead the execution of complex accounting and finance advisory workstreams in collaboration with AAS leadership
- Serve as a primary point of contact for C-suite and senior client executives, delivering regular updates, insights, and final presentations
- Lead and mentor project teams, providing guidance, coaching, and performance development
- Oversee quality control and ensure deliverables meet technical, regulatory, and client expectations
- Identify and resolve challenges in engagement delivery, escalating to Directors, Senior Managers, and Managers when appropriate
- Perform and review technical accounting research, advising clients on GAAP, SEC, and regulatory requirements
- Participating in complex transactions including IPOs, SPACs, and M&A
- Support business development activities, including proposal development, scoping, pricing, and relationship management
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4 years or more of relevant experience
- Strong proven technical expertise in the areas of financial accounting, technical accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting, M&A, or financial operations
- Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
- CPA License
About Forvis Mazars, LLP
Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000 team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.
With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we're building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience® while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.
What We Offer
Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.
Legal Notice
Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.
It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.
Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider any unsolicited referrals, resumes or CVs from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.
Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or recruiting agency unless such recruiter or recruiting agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume(s) or CV(s) submitted to anyone working for Forvis Mazars, LLP, or submitted to a Forvis Mazars, LLP general email, without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place, will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.
New York City Pay Transparency
Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New York Salary Range
NY Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 101,235
NY Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 158,800
Salary : $101,235 - $158,800