Director, Regional Accounting and Reporting

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain - from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

The Director, Regional Accounting and Reporting serves as the senior accounting leader for the Americas Regional Office and is responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, controllership, governance and financial transformation activities of the Regional Office and coordination of financial reporting across 10+ business units throughout North and South America.

This role ensures compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), maintains a strong internal control environment, and partners closely with Regional Leadership, Global Group Accounting, Treasury, Tax, FP&A, and Business Unit Finance teams to deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality financial reporting. The position plays a key leadership role in driving accounting excellence, process standardization, operational efficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives across the Americas region.

In addition to traditional controllership responsibilities, the role serves as a key driver of finance transformation across the Americas region. The incumbent is expected to champion an AI-enabled and data-driven mindset, identifying, developing, and implementing innovative technologies, automation, and artificial intelligence solutions that improve productivity, enhance operational efficiency, strengthen financial controls, and increase confidence in financial and operational data. The position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the availability of accurate, reliable, and timely information that supports strategic decision-making across the region.

KEY

ACCOUNTABILITIES

DIGITAL FINANCE TRANSFORMATION

* Champion the adoption of AI-enabled tools, automation technologies, and advanced analytics solutions across accounting, reporting, and controllership functions

* Identify opportunities to leverage artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to improve productivity, streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and enhance decision-making capabilities

* Partner with Finance, IT, Data, and Business teams to design, develop, test, and implement technology solutions that improve financial processes and reporting outcomes

* Evaluate and modernize existing finance processes through automation, robotics, workflow optimization, and AI-driven solutions while maintaining strong control environments

* Act as a change agent, fostering innovation and encouraging teams to embrace new technologies and continuous improvement opportunities

ACCOUNTING LEADERSHIP & FINANCIAL REPORTING

* Lead accounting, controllership, and financial reporting activities for the Americas Regional Office

* Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with IFRS, Group Accounting Policies, and corporate reporting requirements

* Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and ensure adherence to corporate reporting deadlines

* Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet analyses, and financial reporting packages

* Perform analytical reviews of income statements, balance sheets, and key financial metrics across regional entities

REGIONAL REPORTING OVERSIGHT

* Coordinate and oversee financial reporting activities across 10+ business units throughout North and South America

* Partner with Finance Directors, Controllers, and Finance Leadership teams throughout the region to ensure consistency in accounting treatment, reporting quality, and compliance with Group accounting policies

* Act as a regional accounting contact between Business Units and Global Group Accounting

* Drive alignment of accounting practices and reporting standards across the region

TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING & IFRS

* Serve as one of the regional subject matter experts on IFRS accounting standards and financial reporting requirements

* Research, evaluate, and document accounting conclusions for complex, unusual, and non-routine transactions

* Lead the implementation of new IFRS standards, accounting guidance, and regulatory requirements

* Prepare and review technical accounting memoranda and accounting position papers as required

* Partner with Global Group Accounting to ensure consistent interpretation and application of accounting policies across the organization.

CONTROLLERSHIP & INTERNAL CONTROLS

* Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with company policies and financial governance requirements

* Evaluate accounting processes and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and reduce operational risk

* Ensure appropriate accounting procedures, controls, and documentation are maintained throughout the region

* Support internal and…