Accounting Director - Consultant

The Opportunity Consult to Hire


This is a rare chance to step directly into the accounting leadership seat at a fast-scaling, publicly traded manufacturer. The company is growing rapidly - operational complexity is rising, the business is adding scale, and the accounting function needs a seasoned leader who can own it immediately. No hand-holding. No long ramp. You walk in, take the wheel, and make an impact from day one.


The role is highly visible - reporting to senior leadership, interfacing with external auditors and the board, and serving as the company's technical accounting authority during a critical growth phase. If you thrive in dynamic environments and want your fingerprints on something that matters, this is it.


What You'll Own

• Full corporate accounting function - close, consolidations, AP/AR, and reporting
• ASC 606 revenue recognition across complex, project-based manufacturing operations
• SEC reporting process - financial statements, disclosures, and filing accuracy
• SOX program - controls ownership, remediation, and ongoing compliance
• Stock-based compensation and goodwill impairment accounting
• External and internal audit leadership
• A team of direct and indirect reports across accounting and shared services

What We Need

• Public-company technical accounting background - this is non-negotiable
• Strong ASC 606 experience in a manufacturing or project-based environment
• SEC reporting chops - you've been in the room when filings go out
• Big 4 or national firm foundation strongly preferred
• SOX program ownership - controls, remediation, the works
• The instinct to lead, not wait to be told

Who Fits


Public-company manufacturing backgrounds - industrial, engineered products, medical device, or similar project-based environments. Prior titles include VP/Sr. Director Corporate Accounting, Corporate Controller, Assistant Controller, Director Technical Accounting, or Director SEC Reporting.


Pay $150 - $170 hourly


Benefits, Medical, Dental, 401K


Location Irvine