Finance and Accounting Director #1510

Our client is an active investment holding company with multiple operating subsidiaries primarily focused on the industries of financial services, energy and natural resources, aerospace, defense, technology, and real estate. Their success stems from their strategic vision, global reach, agility, and ability to deliver results. They have conducted transactions worth over $38bn in value.

With a global presence and multiple overseas subsidiaries and affiliates, our client is seeking a seasoned finance and accounting leader to drive financial reporting, compliance, and accounting operations while overseeing consolidated reporting across their international entities.

Role Overview

Our client seeks an experienced Director of Finance & Accounting with a strong background in financial reporting, compliance, and accounting operations. This role will be primarily accounting-driven, ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and the consolidation of financial statements across multiple subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will also oversee financial planning at a high level, ensuring sound financial health and operational efficiency.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Compliance (Primary Focus)

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Manage consolidated financial reporting for multiple overseas subsidiaries and affiliates.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and other applicable financial regulations.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, risk management, and audit processes.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.

Accounting Operations

• Supervise accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Oversee intercompany accounting, eliminations, and currency translations.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and process improvements.
• Optimize accounting systems and financial reporting tools to enhance efficiency.

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee tax filings, tax planning, and compliance for domestic and international entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of indirect taxes, transfer pricing, and statutory filings.
• Work closely with tax advisors to optimize global tax structures.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and banking relationships.
• Oversee debt financing and foreign exchange exposure.
• Ensure efficient cash repatriation and fund movements across subsidiaries.

Financial Planning & Analysis (Secondary Focus)

• Provide oversight on budgeting and forecasting, working closely with FP&A staff.
• Support financial modeling and cost analysis to drive strategic decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance and provide actionable insights to leadership.

Essential Qualities

• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and structured in thinking, ensuring accuracy and precision in financial reporting and compliance.
• Both assertive and open-minded—confident in expertise but humble about knowledge gaps, engaging critically with different perspectives to drive the best financial outcomes.
• Exceptional ownership mentality, taking pride and personal responsibility in financial processes, reporting accuracy, and compliance standards.
• Ability to thrive in complex, multi-entity environments, managing consolidated reporting across international subsidiaries while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Comfortable with ambiguity, able to navigate evolving regulations, financial challenges, and market shifts while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Excellence in structuring financial processes and reporting frameworks in dynamic and rapidly growing organizations.
• Logical and proactive thinking, balancing strategic financial planning with the operational rigor needed to ensure a high-performance accounting function.

Required Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in accounting and finance, with at least 5 years managing a team.
• Strong experience with consolidated reporting and international accounting standards.
• Proven track record of managing financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting and intercompany transactions.
• Strong knowledge of corporate tax, treasury, and cash management principles.
• Familiarity with latest accounting systems and next-generation financial reporting tools.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high level of autonomy.

• Competitive salary (client has not provided a budget as position is key)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• PTO

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