Business director job description

CrossCountry Consulting is a trusted business advisory firm, specializing in Accounting Advisory, Business Transformation, Risk & Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Technology Solutions.

We're looking for a Director to join our growing West Region practice and leadership team where Excellence is a priority, Collaboration is the norm, Energy is contagious, and the opportunity to make an Impact is endless.

Awarded Glassdoor's Best Places to Work for the 2nd consecutive year, we strive to provide our employees with a meaningful work-life balance, competitive salary & benefits, and continuous professional development. See what makes us so special here!

Who You Are15+ years advising publicly traded companies in finance transformation, system implementation, operations improvement, business process improvement, acquisition and divestiture implementation and/or risk Prior professional services experience in a client-facing role at an accounting firm, consulting firm, or commensurate experience Strong experience with ERP systems and/or data analytic tools Proven record in building and developing strong client relationshipsA bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, information systems, or a similar field CPA, CISA, CFE, CPA, or PMP preferred Passionate about building, developing, motivating, and leading others Adaptability, professionalism, enthusiasm, and a great sense of humor!

What You'll DoClient Delivery Provide high-quality consulting services by taking personal ownership for client engagements and ensure that deliverables/services are fact-driven and solution oriented Supervise execution teams, providing senior project leadership and managing evolving client management needs for operational and change initiatives Lead projects across the project lifecycle from current state evaluation, gap analysis, requirements gathering, future state design, and implementation across the organizational, process, technology (financial systems) and data dimensions Practice LeadershipAccount management: oversee client engagements and maintain strong relationships with senior client personnel Coaching and Development: provide coaching and training opportunities for team members leveraging individual skills and the firm's people first culture Recruiting and Retention: take an active role in attracting, interviewing, hiring and retaining top talent Thought leadership: share expertise in technical domain(s) with team members and clients, including case studies, white papers, learning materials, and other resources Business DevelopmentActively purse business development opportunities and market a full range of services to prospective clients including using existing relationships to generate new opportunities Support the business development team with client delivery or sector specific expertise
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CrossCountry Consulting provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive, diverse, and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• 15+ years of relevant business, technology, and management experience, including at least 3 years' Agile Scrum experience, in business analysis, solution design, and software development/COTS package implementation.

• 10+ years' experience directing and developing a customer-facing IT Business Analysis and/or Solution Design group within a technology services delivery environment.

• Experience developing and employing functional project artifacts (Solution Designs, Use Cases, User Stories, Requirements Definitions, Process Definitions, User Interface Designs)

• Organizational planning, staff development and management capability.

• Skilled in integrating User Experience Research and/or Human Centered Design concepts and tools into the requirements elicitation and validation processes is a plus.

• Strong vendor and contract management experience

• Familiarity with User Interface, Application, Data, and Data Integration architecture layers/components within a hybrid cloud and on-premise environment is a plus.

• Crafting and implementing efficient processes, procedures, and continuous improvement strategies.

• Workshop facilitation or training instruction is a plus.

• Ability to strategically assess a portfolio of initiatives and prioritize needs through partnerships with numerous collaborators across the Enterprise Systems & Application's projects.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation

Under the general direction of The University Corporation (TUC) Executive Director, the Director of Business & Finance is a hands-on manager, a collaborative member of the management team providing sound financial and business advice to all business units within TUC as well as overseeing the accounting department.

The director contributes to the long-term planning and vision of the Corporation; monitors resources to meet both the long-term and short-term goals of the Corporation and actively takes part in improving the effectiveness of the Company's financial and administrative system and processes, including business process re-engineering.

The director consults with the Executive Director on significant financial and administrative matters, serves as liaison to the campus and the community on TUC's fiscal matters, and provides reports to TUC's Board of Directors regarding investments and financial activities. The director shall have a full understanding of all financial aspects of TUC, is active and proactive; and is resourceful in obtaining financial data to conduct detailed, strategic, or project-related analyses. The director prepares and develops complex financial spreadsheets to serve as the basis for business and financial reporting, strategy, and decision-making.

The director participates in the new business activities, developing strategic vision, strategic financial presentations, and project coordination as assigned. The director will assist and/or take a leadership position, with financial and pro forma analysis as well as the complex project coordination for a faculty & staff housing development at North Campus as well as the project coordination for the CSUN Hotel Project as assigned.

The director is responsible for TUC's cash & investment management as well as risk management. The director serves as the liaison with TUC's investment management consulting firm. Responsible for a full understanding of TUC's and NCDC's (North Campus- University Park Development Corporation) investment portfolios, including analyzing, preparing journal entries for General Ledger, reporting, and communicating all activities related to the portfolios to the Executive Director and the TUC Board of Directors. Working with the associate director of accounting, the director establishes a proper balance of operating cash & investment to maximize financial return while minimizing risk for TUC and NCDC.

The director is the lead person for risk management for TUC & NCDC. This requires a comprehensive understanding of the insurance underwriting of TUC & NCDC. The director will be the main point of contact for all insurance matters including working with AORMA and Alliant Insurance Group to underwrite insurance policies.

The director's responsibilities include monitoring and developing improvements for TUC's financial performance and contributing significantly to the financial integrity and growth of TUC. This includes leading the preparation of the annual budget and an update/forecast quarterly of the said budget based on the latest financial results.

The director, holding a senior financial position at TUC, directs and oversees financial matters including the effectiveness of accounting practices and procedures, the accuracy of the financial data, optimal resource assessment for meeting long-term and short-term goals, and ensuring the development and implementation of TUC accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards.
The director supervises and provides mentorship to the professional development of the accounting team.