Director of Accounting

About This Role

Lead a team of 15+ accounting professionals for a publicly traded manufacturing company, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with US GAAP while driving process enhancements and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of 15+ accounting professionals
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting for segment entities
• Oversee accounting and ensure compliance with US GAAP, company standards, and internal policies
• Lead the month-end close and financial reporting process
• Oversee SOX integration and ensure main controls and best practices are in place
• Collaborate with leadership to lead standardization, process enhancements, and automation in accounting processes
• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce errors
• Partner with senior leadership to provide insights on financial performance, find and address financial risks, and lead special projects related to accounting and finance
• Support business unit finance teams with compliance and strategic plans
• Lead strategic projects, focusing on standardization, optimization, and process improvement
• Lead close improvement initiatives, develop project plans, and coordinate efforts
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of accounting software and ERP systems to improve operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience
• Publicly traded company or Big 4 public accounting experience
• Knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience ensuring Sarbanes Oxley compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience

Nice to Have

• Manufacturing experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits