Director of Accounting

FULLY REMOTE ROLE

Join the wave of finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies.

The salary for this position is up to $210,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this remote Director of Accounting role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

A global publicly traded manufacturing company is seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting.

Job Description:

• Lead a diverse team of 15+ accounting professionals.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting for the segment entities. Oversee accounting, and ensure compliance with US GAAP, company standards, and internal policies.
• Lead the month end close and financial reporting process. Oversee SOX integration and ensure main controls and best practices are in place.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to lead standardization, process enhancements, and automation in accounting processes. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide insights on financial performance, find and address financial risks, and lead special projects related to accounting and finance. Support BU finance teams with compliance and strategic plans.
• Lead strategic projects, focusing on standardization, optimization, and process improvement. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and, leveraging technology and automation tools.
• Lead close improvement initiatives, develop project plans, and coordinate efforts. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of accounting software and ERP systems to improve operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience.
• Publicly traded company or Big 4 public accounting experience.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience ensuring Sarbanes Oxley compliance required.
• Manufacturing experience a plus.

To apply to this remote Director of Accounting role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m