Senior Consultant | Controllership

Director of Executive Search @ MMC Consulting

We are actively seeking a Finance & Accounting Professional to join MMC Consulting in our Finance & Management Consulting Practice. As a Controller in our Consulting Practice, you will play a key role in client service, seamlessly integrating into our clients’ teams and projects to create and deliver tailored solutions to meet their business needs.

MMC Consulting is a management consulting firm based in Minneapolis, MN. Our practice specializes in assessing, managing, and executing on key business initiatives. Established in 2015, MMC has grown steadily year-over-year, serving a diverse range of clients from non‑profits to Fortune 500 companies.

Our team is guided by five core values—Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Positivity, and Drive. These values define the success of our team members and drive results. MMC sets itself apart through ‘the how’ of client service—emphasizing relationship‑building, team development, and excellence in service and delivery.

As a Controller, your responsibilities will include transition and transformation services, managing teams, improving internal processes, facilitating assessments, making client recommendations, and executing solutions. With mentorship from MMC leaders, you’ll have consistent opportunities to develop your skills and make a meaningful impact on our clients’ businesses. We are committed to your professional growth, providing career development paths, executive coaching, and hands‑on experience in a dynamic, client‑focused environment.

Education & Experience:

• BA/BS degree in accounting, finance or related field
• CPA and/or MBA preferred
• 8+ years of years relative work experience, currently functioning as a Controller, Finance Manager, or Senior Manager
• Prior client service experience & working on projects is preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Relevant experience in multiple industries preferred

• Ability to make client recommendations and follow-through to execution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage a team according to project plans and budgets
• Ability to ideate and create effective client deliverables
• Thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong research and technical writing skills

The responsibilities below span a wide range of client needs. Candidates will be considered for opportunities that best fit their unique skills and experience.

• Lead finance assessments and transformations by identifying inefficiencies in financial and accounting processes and implementing improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Provide clients with transitional services to guide key leadership changes in a strategic, organized process that enables value capture, optimization, and sustainable success of new leaders
• Review technical accounting and internal control memos tailored to client needs
• Analyze and evaluate internal controls related to financial risks
• Develop and implement strategies and procedures to improve internal controls

• Oversee clients' financial planning, budgeting, and reporting to ensure the company's financial health and stability
• Execute financial due diligence for M&A (including performance analysis, quality of earnings, opening balance sheet preparation, intangible valuation)
• Collaborate with clients to identify and assess the long-term impact of potential strategic business decisions

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client expectations
• Partner with clients to support the execution of strategy-related activities, including change management, stakeholder management, communications, learning & training, success measurement, readiness, leader enablement, change networks, etc.
• Develop and manage project plans for system implementations (ERP, GL, inventory management, etc.)