Senior Associate - Business Operations & Transformation
il y a 2 jours
Edison
About GAPC Gaines & Associates PC (GAPC) is a fast-growing CPA, CFO, and Business Advisory firm serving lower- and mid-market clients across the United States. Our work spans tax strategy, fractional CFO services, business advisory and turnaround engagements, operational improvement, and transaction-related support. We work directly with business owners, executives, and investors to diagnose performance challenges, stabilize operations, improve efficiency, and build scalable, well-governed organizations. GAPC is known for its collaborative culture, analytical rigor, and hands-on advisory approach. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Associate – Business Operations & Transformation to support GAPC’s Business Advisory and Business Turnaround practice. This is a client-facing consulting role designed for a high-potential professional who wants to develop into a Senior or Manager-level Advisor over time. In this role, you will work closely with GAPC leadership, GAPC team members, and client leadership teams to understand how businesses operate in practice, analyze existing processes and financial information, and help design practical, implementable improvements. GAPC itself will be one of your internal clients; however, the primary focus of the role is external client delivery. This position is well-suited for someone who is analytically strong, comfortable working with incomplete or unstructured information, and motivated to build a career in business advisory, operational transformation, and turnaround work. This role is on-site, with hybrid option available after onboarding. What You’ll Do • Support business and operational diagnostics by gathering, reviewing, and synthesizing information from client interviews, financial statements, management reports, and operational data., • Work with client stakeholders and senior GAPC team members to understand business objectives, current operating models, and key constraints., • Analyze existing end-to-end processes (e.g., Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, job costing, inventory management, service delivery, and back-office workflows) to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, risks, and improvement opportunities., • Develop process maps, workflow diagrams, SOPs, and RACI frameworks documenting current-state operations and proposed future-state designs., • Contribute to business optimization and turnaround analyses, including efficiency initiatives, cost improvement opportunities, organizational changes, and performance enhancement recommendations., • Assist in identifying opportunities for process automation and system enablement, and support the drafting of functional requirements and business specifications for internal or third-party technology solutions., • Participate in regular interactions with client stakeholders and internal GAPC team members, supporting clear communication, alignment, and progress tracking., • Support project execution activities, including workplan development, milestone tracking, issue identification, and preparation of client-facing updates., • Prepare professional, client-ready deliverables, including written analyses, slide presentations, executive summaries, and implementation roadmaps. What You’ll Bring • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, engineering, information systems, or a related field; graduate degree is a plus., • 2–4+ years of experience in management consulting, business analysis, operations, finance, analytics, or a related analytical role, with strong interest in business advisory and transformation work., • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including comfort reviewing and interpreting financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow)., • Ability to structure and synthesize unstructured information obtained through interviews, documents, and incomplete data sets., • Demonstrated interest or experience in process improvement, workflow documentation, or operational analysis., • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear materials and participate in discussions with senior business stakeholders., • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with BI tools, workflow systems, or automation platforms is a plus., • High level of professionalism, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to take ownership in a fast-paced, multi-client consulting environment. Ideal Competencies • Analytical Thinking & Problem Structuring - Ability to break down complex business problems, apply structured thinking, and develop fact-based insights., • Business & Process Understanding - Interest in how organizations operate day-to-day and how processes, people, and systems interact., • Client & Stakeholder Communication - Comfort engaging with business owners, executives, and functional leaders under guidance, with a focus on clarity and professionalism., • Execution Discipline - Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines., • Adaptability & Growth Mindset - Comfort working in evolving environments, learning quickly, and taking on increasing responsibility over time. Compensation & Benefits • Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with performance-based bonus potential, • 401(k) plan and comprehensive benefits package, • Vacation / PTO, • Continuing professional education and development support, • Full-time position (40+ hours/week) How to Apply Submit your resume and a brief cover letter (2–3 bullet points highlighting relevant analytical, operational, or advisory experience) via LinkedIn or to (preferred). For more information about GAPC, please visit our website at .