Director of Financial Reporting

PPG Pittsburgh, PA
Full Time Director Level 8+ years

Posted 4 weeks ago

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About This Role

Lead the global external reporting function for a publicly traded, multinational organization, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial disclosures. Oversee SEC reporting, technical accounting, and financial governance processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other required disclosures
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal financial policies
  • Oversee the preparation of quarterly earnings materials and support Investor Relations with financial data and analysis
  • Manage XBRL tagging and quality control for all filings
  • Research, interpret, and implement new accounting standards and regulatory changes
  • Serve as the subject-matter expert on complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, business combinations, impairments, and stock-based compensation
  • Develop and maintain global accounting policies and ensure consistent application across business units
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing financial reporting team
  • Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and business unit finance teams to ensure accurate and complete financial information
  • Support strategic initiatives, including M&A activity, system implementations, and process transformation projects

Requirements

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting
  • CPA required
  • Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance
  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting, ideally with a mix of Big Four public accounting and corporate reporting experience

Nice to Have

  • Experience working in a large, global, publicly traded company
  • Previous experience with ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle
  • Previous experience with accounting consolidation tools such as HFM

Skills

SAP * Oracle * HFM *

* Required skills

Benefits

Medical benefits
Paid vacation
Dental benefits
Holiday pay
Matching 401(k)
Vision benefits
Retirement savings

Certifications

CPA (Required)

About PPG

PPG is a multinational organization in the paint, coating, and adhesive manufacturing industry, committed to innovation, sustainability, and color, helping customers enhance more surfaces in more ways.

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