Robert Half
Description We are looking for a dynamic and strategic VP of Accounting to oversee and drive the successful integration of global accounting practices following a major acquisition. This leadership role is critical in ensuring compliance with international accounting standards, optimizing financial processes, and delivering accurate reporting for external disclosures. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning cross-functional teams and enhancing operational efficiency. For immediate interview call Victor Muller at 508 205 2136 Responsibilities:
- Lead the global accounting and financial reporting integration for a large-scale acquisition, ensuring seamless consolidation and compliance.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive accounting integration plan covering financial close processes, reporting standards, and controls.
- Collaborate with teams across M& A, Finance, IT, and Operations to achieve Day 1 readiness and support post-close transformation objectives.
- Manage the transition of acquired entities into the company's accounting systems, ensuring alignment with existing structures.
- Standardize accounting policies, chart of accounts, and financial processes across newly acquired and existing businesses.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for acquired entities, ensuring timely and accurate consolidation.
- Ensure compliance with US accounting standards and prepare acquisition-related disclosures for external reporting requirements.
- Work with internal controls teams to design and implement frameworks for newly integrated entities, enhancing governance and compliance.
- Support audit activities related to acquisition processes and integration, collaborating with internal and external auditors.
- Drive initiatives to standardize processes, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen the control environment.
- Minimum of 12 years of progressive accounting experience, including roles in public accounting and corporate controllership, with at least 5 years in leadership.
- Extensive experience managing large-scale acquisitions and post-merger integration in a global public company environment.
- Strong technical expertise in US GAAP, purchase accounting, and consolidation processes.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-visibility projects with complex requirements.
- Advanced knowledge of financial reporting systems and accounting platforms.
- Exceptional skills in controllership, technical accounting, and team management.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.