What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director, Global Controller position at KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting?
A publicly traded medical device company located north of Boston is actively looking to hire a Senior Director, Accounting. Reporting into a Chief Accounting Officer, the Senior Director, Accounting is a strategic financial leader with expertise in global accounting for a publicly traded organization. Must hold a CPA designation, possess strong leadership skills, and have experience in life sciences, medical devices, manufacturing, or technology sectors.
Key Responsibilities
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead corporate accounting, including external reporting, shared services, and plant controllership.
- Ensure accurate financial close processes, complying with US GAAP and international standards.
- Oversee technical accounting assessments and adoption of new accounting standards.
- Manage M&A transactions, ensuring seamless financial integration.
- Drive process improvements and automation in financial operations.
- Oversee SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and earnings releases.
- Partner with FP&A for financial planning and forecasting.
- Ensure SOX compliance and liaise with auditors.
- Optimize SAP S/4HANA for financial reporting.
- Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team.
- 10 years of accounting leadership experience.
- Proven track record in publicly traded companies.
- CPA required; MBA or Master’s in Accounting preferred.
- Expertise in revenue recognition, financial reporting, and compliance.
- Experience leading large global teams.
- Background in shared services and financial transformation.
- Proficiency with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
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