Director of Accounting

We are looking for a Director of Accounting to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the team in day-to-day accounting and month-end close activities, including global consolidation of financial statements. Consistently deliver accurate financial reports on time, in compliance with company policies and US GAAP.
• Establish and drive strategic vision and priorities for the company's corporate accounting functions and alignment with company strategies.
• Proactively partner with Finance to ensure accounting excellence through efficiencies, simplification, and standardization.
• Identify opportunities for and drive organizational initiatives to support process improvements and cost reductions.
• Foster a collaborative environment between Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis, Treasury, Tax, Supply Chain, and Trade Compliance across regions.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members through training, goal setting, and communication.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 8+ years of accounting experience with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, technical accounting, accounting policies, financial systems, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ability to work with various levels of management and to influence others.
• Strong analytical abilities and organizational skills.