General Summary:
The Director of Corporate Accounting is responsible for overseeing the global reporting processes, preparation of monthly and annual consolidated financial statements, and ensuring the integrity of corporate audits. This role involves managing technical accounting guidance, supervising a team of accountants, maintaining the consolidation system, and streamlining processes to enhance efficiency. The position will also involve managing special projects and supporting the integration of new processes or businesses into the corporate structure.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the global reporting process on a monthly basis, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Oversee the preparation of monthly and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
- Coordinate and manage corporate audit items, acting as the main point of contact for external auditors.
- Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
- Directly manage and support up to (2) accountants, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Execute topside global entries as required for accurate reporting and consolidation.
- Maintain and update the consolidation system (Planful) to ensure it meets the company’s evolving needs.
- Oversee the intercompany transactions process, working with various entities to reconcile accounts.
- Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by employees, ensuring adherence to company policies and accounting standards.
- Lead process improvements for tasks performed by the accounting team, increasing efficiency and accuracy.
- Manage and coordinate special projects, including business integrations, from an accounting perspective.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Travel:
Essential Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and other financial reporting regulations.
- Demonstrated experience with financial statement preparation and consolidation.
- Proficient in using financial systems, with specific experience in Planful preferred.
- Excellent leadership skills with a proven track record of managing and developing teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively across various departments and with external partners.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Proficient understanding of Mood’s range of products, procedures, and client services.
- Up-to-date with modern learning and development strategies.
- Exceptional communication skills, both in verbal and written form.
- Highly developed listening and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with individuals at all levels.
- Advanced critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.
- Demonstrated leadership with robust planning, organizational, and time management proficiencies.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with various management tiers.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a knack for maintaining confidentiality.
- Adaptable to fast-paced business and technical shifts.
- Keen eye for recognizing opportunities for improvement and providing strategic solutions.
- Competence in creating, executing, and assessing functional skills training that supports business objectives.
- Aptitude for managing fluctuating priorities and handling multiple projects within deadlines.
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, Oracle (Planful), and Google Suite.
