The Senior Director of Accounting, Shared Services is a vital leadership role within the finance department, responsible for overseeing and optimizing the organization’s centralized accounting operations. This role requires a strategic and results-oriented leader with extensive experience in accounting principles, shared services operations, and team management.

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the entire Accounting Shared Services function, including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of shared services operations.
• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring adherence to deadlines and accounting standards.
• Manage a team of accounting professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and high performance.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard financial data and ensure compliance with SOX regulations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across the organization to identify and implement process improvements that streamline accounting operations.
• Analyze financial data and generate reports to support senior management decision-making.
• Lead and manage shared services projects, such as system implementations or mergers and acquisitions integrations.
• Stay abreast of current accounting standards and industry best practices in shared services operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred).
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting leadership roles, with a proven track record of success in managing shared services operations.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and financial reporting procedures.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of accounting professionals.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.