Associate Director - Accounting

Job Summary

The Associate Director - Accounting is responsible for leading end-to-end accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information across the US business. This role oversees all aspects of the financial close process, directs internal reporting delivery, maintains a strong control environment, and partners across Finance and Operations to support informed decision-making.

• Lead core accounting operations, financial reporting, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee daily accounting activities including GL oversight, reconciliations, accruals, and sub-ledger integrity.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Review, approve, and validate journal entries, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain documented internal control framework and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Coordinate audit requests and partner with external auditors.
• Lead and mentor a team of accountants.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders including FP&A, Payroll, Finance Operations, Procurement, IT, and Operations.
• Identify and lead automation, standardization, and optimization of accounting processes; drive system enhancements within ERP and reporting tools.

• Month‑end close: account reconciliations, journal entry summaries, variance analysis, and commentary.
• Quarterly balance sheet review deck with risk assessments and material variances.
• Monthly internal reporting packages (P/L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) with variance explanations, trend analyses, and KPI dashboards.
• Standard operating procedures and templates across Finance.
• Process improvement documentation, automation initiatives, and measurable time savings.
• Operational KPIs such as close cycle time, reconciliation completion rates, data quality metrics, and control effectiveness.

• Strong knowledge and application of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Advanced analytical and financial data interpretation skills.
• Ability to work with and analyze large datasets.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Strong leadership, team development, and mentoring capabilities.
• Effective cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong process improvement and automation mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA certification.
• 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience with demonstrated leadership in financial close and internal reporting.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop, motivate, and mentor a team.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Black Line experience is a plus.
• Experience designing dashboards or automated reporting using Power BI, Workiva, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Industry experience in technology or other operationally complex environments.
• Experience with process automation, continuous improvement methodologies, or finance system transformations.
• Self‑starter with strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health, wellness, and financial benefits.
• World‑class facilities and technology support.

Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status