The Sr. Director / Director of Global Accounting Shared Service Center (SCC) is accountable for the global accounting operations of the domestic markets but also all international operations. This includes the facilitation of the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls, procedures and systems designed to mitigate risk, obtain adequate global controls and enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial reports, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP). This role also will prepare consolidated financial reports under US GAAP for US and international markets. Collaborate with global CFO and executive team to facilitate efficient operations and facilitate decision making.

Management

• Oversee the global operations of the accounting Shared Service Center department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department’s goals and objectives
• Oversee the global accounting operations of subsidiary corporations (:50 markets), especially their control systems, transaction-processing operations, and policies and procedures
• Preparation of consolidated financial statements under US GAAP
• Hands-on management of the General Ledger and Month-end accounting close process
• Maintains and enforces a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Manage outsourced functions
• Work closely with FP&A department to develop budget and update forecasts
• Lead analytical reviews for accounting areas and resolve issues
• Update and maintain accounting policies and procedures, best practices and internal controls documentation
• Enhances global accounting and reporting processes by streamlining and rationalizing month-end-close activities, procedures and controls.

Reporting

• Issue timely, accurate and complete month end close reporting schedules
• Coordinate the preparation of the corporate annual report
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of company operations
• Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics

• 10 years of accounting experience ideally with Big Four experience (auditing background) and with experience managing global accounting operational domestically and internationally
• Experience in consolidation of financial statements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and CPA (preferred)
• Success in leading global operational accounting functions including all aspects of Month End Close Activities
• Direct selling experience is a plus
• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and understanding of complex tax topics
• Proven Leadership skills in accounting, finance and treasury operations
• Impeccable communication and organizational skills, highly motivated and strong work ethic