Manager – CX, a Connor Group Company

Are you looking to elevate your accounting expertise and make a direct impact in a consulting environment? CX, a Connor Group Company, is hiring experienced professionals to lead client engagements, solve complex challenges, and foster strong, enduring relationships. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoy turning ambiguity into opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. 

Your Role:

As a Manager, you’ll bring value to our clients by delivering expert guidance, driving operational improvements, and supporting complex accounting scenarios. Your role will provide hands-on accounting support, stepping into critical roles such as:  

• Controller (Interim): Oversee and refine financial close processes, including month-end and year-end procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Build and lead a high-performing team by coaching, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative, growth-focused environment. Provide strategic recommendations to leadership and stakeholder groups.

• Accounting Manager (Interim): Lead general ledger management and oversee consolidations, streamlining workflows to optimize efficiency. . Provide hands-on support for external reporting, including 10-Q and 10-K preparation, footnote tie-outs, and collaboration with auditors. Research and apply relevant accounting guidance for areas such as stock-based compensation, equity transactions, or impairments—ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with GAAP.

• Financial Analyst/Finance Manager (Interim): Develop and manage financial planning initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting, and detailed financial analyses. Deliver actionable insights that guide strategic decision-making and drive business performance improvements.

• Internal Audit Manager (Interim): Lead audit engagements, temporary or project-based, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for risk mitigation while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

What You Bring:

We're searching for resourceful leaders who combine technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and meaningful leadership experience. 

Education & Experience: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required, while a Masters degree preferred.

• A CPA license, or equivalent certification, is highly valued. 

• 5+ years of experience, ideally a mix of public accounting (Big Four or Next Ten) and industry experience. 

• At least 2+ years leading teams and managing complex projects. 

Skills: 

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, including team collaboration and client-facing discussions. 

• Proven ability to identify challenges, implement solutions, and deliver with precision. 

• Strong project management and organizational skills, able to balance multiple priorities.

• Takes ownership of deliverables with minimal supervision, while proactively communicating status updates and anticipating team and client needs. 

• Advanced abilities in Microsoft Excel. 

Technology Proficiency:

• Expertise with ERP systems, especially NetSuite, is preferred. 

• Familiarity with supplemental tools like FloQast, Blackline, Workiva, and Carta is a bonus. 

Why CX? 

At CX, you’ll find a culture that’s built to develop and empower top-tier professionals. We invest strategically in technology, training, and outstanding opportunities to help you live a fulfilling, flexible, and enriching life. 

Our culture prioritizes: 

Growth: Dedicated Academy training programs and next-gen technology, including AI powered tools, to accelerate your professional and personal development. 

Collaboration: A team-driven environment where creativity and problem-solving thrive. 

Values: Disciplined, competent, likeable, and courageous professionals who make a tangible impact. 

This is a full-time, salaried position with CX, a Connor Group Company. You’ll work as part of a dedicated team of consulting professionals while collaborating with clients on interim projects. As an employee of CX, you’ll enjoy career stability, competitive pay and benefits, and the support of a world-class consulting organization.

Competitive Benefits, including:

• Flexible t