Director, Financial Reporting
Advantage Solutions is seeking a Director of Financial Reporting to lead the company’s external financial reporting and technical accounting functions. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, this role owns the preparation and integrity of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and serves as a key leader within the controllership organization of a global public company. The Director leads a team and builds scalable, audit-ready reporting processes to support an active M&A environment while partnering closely with executive leadership and supporting key governance and reporting forums.
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
Responsibilities:
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Responsibilities
Lead preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards
Oversee external financial reporting including financial statements, disclosures, and management reporting materials
Direct accounting for business combinations and goodwill assessments in alignment with applicable accounting standards
Research and implement accounting guidance while developing technical accounting policies and monitoring new standards
Support executive reporting including investor materials and audit committee deliverables while coordinating with auditors
Lead, coach, and develop team members while fostering a high performance and accountable culture
Manage reporting timelines and coordinate deliverables across internal stakeholders, auditors, and external partners
Partner cross functionally with finance, legal, and operational teams to support strategic initiatives and maintain strong internal controls
Qualifications
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)
Experience Requirements: 10–12 years experience in relevant field (External reporting, technical accounting, or public company experience preferred)
Travel requirement: Some travel expected
Supervisor Responsibility
Direct Reports: Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources
Indirect Reports: May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Required Knowledge and Skills
Deep knowledge of accounting standards and external reporting requirements
Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and disclosures
Strong analytical and technical accounting skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Strong communication and executive presentation skills
Experience leading and developing teams
Strong understanding of internal controls and audit requirements
Proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.
Additional Information Regarding Job Duties
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.
Important Information:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.