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Accounting Director (North America)
As the Accounting Director (North America) – you will report to the Sr. Accounting Director, overseeing and improving accounting operations across the North American locations, and in collaboration with their global counterparts to lead global standardization.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership and Development: Lead a diverse team of ~20 accounting professionals across multiple locations, encouraging a collaborative culture.
Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback while identifying training needs and creating development plans.
Financial Reporting and Compliance: Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting for North American entities.
Oversee the OneStream submission process, manage revenue accounting, and ensure compliance with US GAAP, company standards, and internal policies.
Integration and Transition Management: Lead the integration of legacy organizations into the Accounting CoE model, defining roles and collaborating with global leads for a smooth transition.
Oversee SOX implementation and ensure main controls and best practices are in place.
Process Improvement and Standardization: Collaborate with CoE leadership teams to lead standardization, process enhancements, and automation in accounting processes.
Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
Strategic Financial Planning and Risk Management: 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 BU finance teams with compliance and strategic plans.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Minimum of 12 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 7 years in a managerial role.
You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
Knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Experience ensuring Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance required.
Travel & Location You will be under a hybrid office model and may be asked to travel approximately 10-20% on a quarterly basis.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Responsibilities
Team Leadership and Development: Lead a diverse team of ~20 accounting professionals across multiple locations, encouraging a collaborative culture.
Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback while identifying training needs and creating development plans.
Financial Reporting and Compliance: Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting for North American entities.
Oversee the OneStream submission process, manage revenue accounting, and ensure compliance with US GAAP, company standards, and internal policies.
Integration and Transition Management: Lead the integration of legacy organizations into the Accounting CoE model, defining roles and collaborating with global leads for a smooth transition.
Oversee SOX implementation and ensure main controls and best practices are in place.
Process Improvement and Standardization: Collaborate with CoE leadership teams to lead standardization, process enhancements, and automation in accounting processes.
Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
Strategic Financial Planning and Risk Management: 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 BU finance teams with compliance and strategic plans.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Minimum of 12 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 7 years in a managerial role.
You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
Knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Experience ensuring Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance required.
Travel & Location You will be under a hybrid office model and may be asked to travel approximately 10-20% on a quarterly basis.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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