Summary:  This position is responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of a large business entity and corporate ledgers. This includes but not limited to general accounting, judgments with regard to the application of accounting principles and policies, financial reporting, and external/internal audit coordination. This position will also be responsible for leading and managing various process improvement and integration efforts, with a focus on improving service delivery, driving efficiencies/cost reductions and leveraging best practices. Responsibility for building strong relationships with internal customers is also required. Possesses strong customer focus with the ability to meet the needs of the business while ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in partnering Finance with business operations to drive operational initiatives.
• Direct management over certain areas of accounting and the general ledger group
• Oversee the monthly close process, including financial analysis and preparation of various month-end deliverables.
• Ensure accuracy of financial statements through strict account reconciliation procedures and quarterly Balance Sheet reviews.
• Oversee financial and accounting system controls, including partnering with IT in system conversions and implementations.
• Maintain SOX compliant environment and manage the relationship with external auditors.
• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting issues. Ensure consistency in accounting policies and compliance with GAAP.
• Building a team environment, setting performance standards, measuring and development towards the attainment of those standards by department personnel are key duties of this position.
• Leader in identifying and implementing best practices and improvements in accounting and reporting processes and controls.
• Responsible for organizing and directing the accounting personnel and the integrity of the Company's financial data.

 
Competencies:  
This executive must have strong leadership and a demonstrated ability in the following areas:

• Accountability & Drive for Results - Strong customer focus and collaborative skills
• Change Agent - Ability and readiness to embrace and successfully drive/implement change
• Process Optimization Focused - A visionary with ability to balance practical
• Developer of People / Team - Strong leadership / team motivator, succession planning
• Strong business acumen
• Team player; comfort in operating within a dynamic, complex organizational structure
• Command skill
• Dealing with Paradox

Qualifications
 
Education:      

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other business related field
• Masters degree in business administration or CPA Certification Preferred

 
Experience:    

• Minimum of 10 years experience in accounting or related field, significant accounting / financial leadership experience in medium to large complex multi-national public companies, with background in public accounting a plus.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP accounting, financial/reporting processes and internal controls.
• Management experience in supervising an accounting team.
• Experience working in a divisional/operational as well as corporate environment is highly desirable. 
• The candidate must demonstrate previous experience and success in influencing and driving change, projects and programs across multiple organizations / functions. 
• The candidate must have demonstrated technical knowledge and competency in US GAAP, current accounting regulations and internal controls.
• The candidate must have strong communication (oral and written) and relationship building skills.
• Certified in Accounting