IPO Readiness Assessment Consultant (Contract)
Seeking an experienced accounting and finance consultant to support an IPO readiness assessment for a growing organization preparing for potential public company reporting requirements. This contractor will evaluate current processes, controls, systems, and reporting capabilities to identify gaps and provide recommendations aligned with public company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess readiness across financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and compliance processes
- Evaluate current close, reporting, and governance procedures against public company expectations
- Identify gaps related to SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and audit readiness
- Partner with leadership to develop a roadmap and prioritized recommendations
- Assist with documentation of processes, policies, and control frameworks
- Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, finance, legal, and external advisors
Qualifications:
- Prior experience supporting IPO readiness initiatives or public company transitions
- Strong background in SEC reporting, SOX, technical accounting, and financial reporting
- CPA preferred
- Big 4 or national public accounting experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment