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Senior Director, CPA, SEC Accounting & Advisory Services | Forensic & Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. and Careers
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?


About the Role

We are involved in complex technical accounting, financial reporting, and compliance issues, and provide support for IPO readiness, M&A accounting, and the application of US GAAP and IFRS accounting standards. In this role, you will join a team of experienced accounting and regulatory professionals, including former SEC, FASB, and PCAOB officials, and apply your deep technical expertise to complex business transactions.


What You'll Do

As an SEC & Accounting Advisory Senior Director, you will supervise the day-to-day activities of engagements including interactions with client personnel, audit and advisory professionals, and other groups within FTI. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Strengthen client relationships and generate additional client service opportunities through high quality deliverables and timely execution of projects

  • Supervise, coach and mentor staff. Build and communicate FTI’s culture and code of conduct

  • Assist clients with the accounting and financial reporting impacts of significant events or complex transactions such as new customer arrangements, mergers and acquisitions, financing events, discontinued operations, and stock-based compensation arrangements

  • Assist clients in complex investigative issues including unstructured data review, interviews and analysis

  • Perform research and analysis, and document conclusions in technical accounting areas

  • Prepare financial reporting deliverables in connection with an IPO

  • Assist clients in communicating with the SEC and in complying with SEC reporting requirements including 10-Ks and 10-Qs, Regulation S-X Rule 3-05 and 3-09 financial statements and Article 11 pro forma financial information

  • Remediate internal control deficiencies including design, implementation and testing

  • Prepare support and disclosures for complex restatements of previously issued financial statements


How You'll Grow

We are in the process of expanding FTI’s SEC & Accounting Advisory group and are seeking individuals with a desire to deepen their technical accounting expertise in a high-growth environment with a team of leading experts by your side. Our clients are facing complex technical accounting and financial reporting challenges driven by transactions, regulatory inquiries or potential errors in prior-period financial statements. As an SEC & Accounting Advisory Senior Director, you will work with professionals with deep accounting expertise, many of them former SEC and FASB professionals, and Big 4 partners. In addition, we often supplement our teams with experienced professionals from other FTI practices such as Technology, Data and Analytics and Dispute Advisory Services.


What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in accounting

  • 6 years of public accounting or equivalent experience;

  • 2 years of experience in supervising teams

  • Certified Public Accountant or foreign equivalent

  • Strong and up-to-date knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting standards and SEC requirements

  • Ability to travel up to 30% based on client needs

  • Experience at a Big 4 or other national accounting firm with refined presentation skills, an ability to explain complex issues simply and succinctly and deliver results to various project constituents

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship


Preferred Qualifications

  • 4 years of public accounting working with public companies

  • 1 years of rotation within the National Office at public accounting firm

  • Experience with Revenue Recognition

  • Knowledge of systems and experience prompting technology tools in discharging daily responsibilities

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Total Wellbeing

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

  • Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
  • Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Potential for flexible work arrangements
  • Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
  • Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
  • Employee wellness platform
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Paid time off for volunteering in your community
  • Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
  • Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
  • Professional development and certification programs
  • Free in-office snacks and drinks
  • Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
  • FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
  • Upscale offices close to public transportation

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 7,900 employees located in 32 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.7 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.


FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

Salary : $119,500

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