Korn Ferry has partnered with our client in their search for a Director of Finance and Accounting. The Director of Finance and Accounting will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial health of the organization, providing strategic financial guidance, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in finance and accounting and have exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving financial success.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare timely, accurate and detailed reports of financial performance
Be aware of the company's financial position and be proactive to prevent problems
Analyze performance, opportunity, risk and effectively communicate to leadership
Using data, support business decisions for continuous improvement
Cultivate relationships with the global team, developing corporate projects together
Assist leadership in short- and long-term planning and cross-functional initiatives with a strategic, financial, and sustainability view
Lead planning and implementation of the operating budget (forecast)
Monitor and report budget performance to achieve budget control and success
Manage the company's accounting system(s)
Recognize and anticipate opportunities and challenges as they relate to financial systems and procedures; streamline and improve fiscal functions through successfully implementing enhanced and efficient processes
Responsible for all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities and controls
Develop and maintain processes to guarantee accuracy and compliance of accounting and reporting
Lead the financial affairs of the company in accordance with GAAP and government regulations
Manage internal and external financial audits
Manage the compliance and timely filing of taxes and tax-related reporting
Directly supervise, motivate, and manage a team of 6+ accounting professionals
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field
7-10+ years of experience in a similar role (manufacturing experience preferred)
In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices
Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking and critical thinking skills with demonstrated experience identifying problems and implementing solutions