Chief Accounting Officer JN -122025-168541 (Stafford) Job at Goodwin Recruiting

Chief Accounting Officer

Seeking a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) to lead a growing global business. The CAO will oversee all global accounting, reporting, and internal controls; ensure accurate financial reporting and SOX compliance; and serve as a key strategic partner to senior leadership on capital markets, transactions, and growth initiatives. This high-visibility publiccompany role reports directly to the CFO. If you are ready for your next career move, apply today!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and control functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, and annual) and compliance with SEC requirements
• Maintain an effective enterprisewide system of internal controls and oversee SOX compliance
• Develop and implement harmonized financial reporting systems, policies, procedures, and controls across the organization
• Oversee external reporting, subsidiary accounting, tax compliance, and statutory filings
• Ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and other applicable accounting standards
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on accounting, reporting controls, and the financial implications of business initiatives or transactions
• Participate in financial due diligence, integration activities, and qualityofearnings assessments tied to M&A activity
• Support capital market filings and interactions with external auditors
• Maintain and enhance ERP systems and financial technology infrastructure
• Lead modernization efforts to improve efficiency and streamline financial processes
• Oversee tax planning, reporting, and collaboration with operations on indirect tax matters
• Build, develop, and mentor a highperforming accounting team

Education & Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive accounting leadership, including significant experience in a publiccompany environment
• Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, IFRS, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance
• Active U.S. CPA required
• Big 4 experience strongly preferred
• Experience leading accounting operations at scale and modernizing systems/ERP solutions
• Proven ability to partner with executive leadership, auditors, and Audit Committees
• Strong communication, organizational, and decisionmaking skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and uphold high professional standards

Preferred Attributes

• Handson leadership style with strong executive presence
• Demonstrated success driving change and improving processes
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or technologydriven environments
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with document management and redlining tools

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary of $300k$350k+ (depending on experience)
• Bonus opportunity of 2050%
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance, pet insurance, and more!