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Director of Accounting and Reporting - CAO Successor

Michael Page International

Chicago, Illinois

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$220,000–$260,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Consolidation, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Balance Sheet, Business Administration, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Documentation, External Audit, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Financial Audit, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Human Resources, Leadership, Legal, Management Reporting, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Profit & Loss, Progress Reports, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Public Accounting, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), Research & Development (R&D), Retirement Plan, SAP, SEC Filings, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Strategic Analysis, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Technical Research, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, Illinois
POSTED
3 days ago
Director Of Accounting And ReportingOur client for the Director of Accounting and Reporting opportunity is a leading global manufacturer servicing industrial and automotive/mobility customers. This organization has a global reach with 10,000 employees and locations in 20 countries. With a strong focus on innovation and R&D they continue to be a market leader within their legacy markets and customers, while also driving growth into new markets and new applications. As the Director of Accounting and Reporting, this position will be responsible for the preparation and filing of all external financial reporting documents and related SEC filings and US GAAP Technical Accounting guidance for the Group. This person will also be responsible for providing leadership through the execution and enhanced improvements associated with the preparation and review of the consolidated financial statements for closings. In addition, this person will also be responsible for overseeing the monthly accounting close, financial consolidation and reporting, and SOX compliance and internal controls. The client is an SEC registered company and this individual will be seen as the successor to the Chief Accounting Officer. This role is based in the Metro Detroit, Michigan area. Relocation will be required for non local candidates.Lead preparation and review of quarterly reports (10-Q), annual reports (10-K) and current reports (8-K) and review of other SEC periodic non-financial reports.Work with various personnel and departments and the Disclosure Committee to collect information and input into reports; coordinate, review and collect comments on the various drafts; prepare support files; challenge the appropriateness of disclosures; complete all relevant disclosure checklists and reporting questionnaires.Oversee financial closings and consolidations of actual results covering the P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash FlowSupport the general ledger, consolidation, management reporting, and other "record to report" activitiesLead the implementation of global new accounting reporting standards and regulations and accounting policiesAdvise the executive leadership team on business leaders on technical accounting issuesLead audits with external auditors on quarterly reviewsOversee the management and control of the financial systems for monthly closings, estimates, and budgetsCoordinate and collaborate with human resource and legal functions on equity-based transactions and ensure the integrity of the data maintained in the equity tracking tool.Drive the company's defined benefit pension accounting in collaboration with human resources and external actuariesAssist with month-end close and financial statement review and support Audit Committee engagement and ad hoc projects as needed.Ensure all policies and processes are complaint and consistent with US GAAP and SOX internal controlsCoordinate reviews and audits with external auditors and accounting and supporting review/audit prep processes.Monitor the development and applicability of emerging accounting and reporting rules being deliberated by the SEC, FASB, PCAOB, IASB or other governing agencies or regulators.Maintain reporting timetable and monitor progress against reporting cycle milestones.Responsible for technical accounting research, documentation, and implementation of related impacts.Review and, where necessary, assist with the disclosures for the separate subsidiary year-end financial statements.Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, MBA highly preferredCPA (Certified Public Accountant) required10 years plus of professional experience showing progression with AccountingPrior public accounting experience at the Big 4 - highly preferredMust have experience with SEC reporting working for a manufacturing companyPrior experience working in a multinational company with multinational stakeholdersStrong technical accounting research skillsComprehensive understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles, and SOXExperience with HFM and SAP highly preferredAbility to act as an advisor on professional and technical issues with a view toward reaching strategic decisionsExcellent analytical, organizational and project management skillsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsOrganized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task with limited supervisionProven ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to adapt quickly to a fast-paced and dynamic work environmentAbility to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff proactively partnering with various stakeholders and cross functional teamsBusiness minded and strong team player mentalityStrong communication skills written and verbal in EnglishStrong work ethic and high attention to detail with a passion to win and positively influence a company cultureTravel - 25% in the Americas Region, and 1 time a year to HQ in Europe.Willingness and availability to relocate to Europe in the future highly preferred (to become the Chief Accounting Officer)Competitive base salary $220,000 - $260,000, bonus, long term incentive (stock), full benefits, life insurance, Flex Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA) 401K, unlimited vacation, holidays. Being a part of a growing and innovative company with high visibility to the executive leadership team, and the opportunity to be developed into the Chief Accounting Officer.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/