Director of Accounting

Overview

Director of Accounting (Assistant Controller)

Hybrid Role - Stamford, CT

A globally operating organization in a strong growth phase is adding a Director of Accounting (Assistant Controller) to its finance leadership team. This role is built for someone with a public accounting foundation who wants broader ownership, meaningful leadership exposure, and the chance to help modernize a scaling accounting function.

Reporting to the Global Controller and working closely with the CFO and executive team
, this position offers visibility and scope well beyond a typical accounting role at this level.

With ~1,500 employees worldwide and revenue nearing $750M
, the company is investing heavily in systems, automation, and infrastructure to support its next stage of expansion.

• Someone currently in public accounting who’s ready to transition into industry
• OR
• Someone who started in public accounting and is now in-house
  , but wants:
• More leadership exposure
• A more complex, global environment
• Greater involvement in process design and improvement

• Clear runway toward Controller-level responsibility
• Focus on building and improving processes
  , not just maintaining close routines
• Strong mentorship from a Controller known for developing talent
• Cross-functional exposure to FP&A, operations, and executive leadership
• A collaborative culture where accounting is a business partner, not a back-office function

• Lead critical aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives
• Review reconciliations, resolve complex accounting issues, and maintain strong controls
• Perform and review variance and flux analysis with FP&A partnership
• Support the evolution of accounting policies, procedures, and US GAAP compliance
• Manage and develop accounting team members, including global resources
• Support acquisition activity, including purchase accounting and integration
• Partner cross-functionally with Tax, FP&A, Treasury, and business leaders
• Assist with external audit support and reporting requirements

• Big 4 or large national public accounting experience strongly preferred
• CPA (or on track) highly preferred
• 5–9+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in complex, multi-entity or global environments
• Industry exposure to manufacturing, industrials, business services, or consumer products is helpful but not required

• Performance-based bonus

This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership-track role, learn from strong finance leadership, and play a hands-on part in shaping how a global accounting function scales.