Director Of Accounting

The Robert Walters Group has been appointed to recruit a Director of Accounting. We are seeking a US GAAP expert to relocate to the West Midlands and help lead a team of 40 individuals in what is undoubtedly a career defining role.

As part of the Senior Leadership team, you will play a key role in overseeing the financial operations and ensuring compliance with US accounting standards.

You will be a strategic leader with experience in financial management, financial reporting, accounting policies and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities of the Director of Accounting

• Experience in managing the full range of Accounting functions: AP, AR, Revenue, COS, Inventory, Fixed Assets, SG&A, Capital Projects, B/S accounts
• Review accounting processes and procedures to ensure compliance with US & UK GAAP. (Extensive US GAAP experience for this role is a must)
• Lead monthly close and related reconciliation processes.  Ensure timely closing and reliable financial results based on US GAAP
• Must have experience managing business controllers and associated SG&A elements
• Monitor and review accounting processes and procedures to ensure compliance with US and UK GAAP
• Ensure adherence to effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records
• Work closely with Financial Business Partners to analyse and report actual to budget/forecast performance.  Mutually identify opportunities to close performance gaps
• Lead provision and distribution of KPI reporting to manage key accounting performance areas (i.e. outstanding receivables, overdue payments, inventory turnover, etc.)

Key requirements for the Director of Accounting 

• A Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments. You are a proven leader with a track record of overseeing large teams
• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Detailed knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory reporting requirements
• Energised at the thought of leading a business on a journey of growth

At the Robert Walters Group, we endeavour to contact all candidates to register their details. However, due to the high number of applications we receive, if we have not reached out to you within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We encourage you to apply directly or contact dave.yate@robertwalters.com with a copy of a recent CV.