We are partnering with a high-growth leader in the botanical and highly regulated consumer products space, located in the heart of Stamford, CT. As an emerging powerhouse in a rapidly evolving, dynamic market, this company is aggressively expanding its footprint through strategic M&A and robust organic growth.
They are seeking an ambitious Director of Accounting to build out financial operations, lead financial integration for ongoing acquisitions, and serve as a key strategic advisor to senior leadership.
location: Stamford, Connecticut
job type: Permanent
salary: $140,000 - 165,000 per year
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 6 Years
responsibilities:
The Director of Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting will serve as the subject matter expert for complex US GAAP/IFRS accounting treatments, SEC/financial disclosures, and international consolidations. This high-visibility role requires a hands-on leader to own technical policy documentation, direct global financial statement preparation, and navigate intricate accounting transactions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of progressive experience rooted in public accounting or large public company environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Accounting & Policy: Research, evaluate, and process complex technical accounting transactions (e.g., M&A, revenue recognition, lease accounting). Author technical memos, establish company-wide accounting policies, and ensure compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX internal controls.
- Financial Reporting & Consolidations: Lead the preparation and review of global consolidated quarterly and annual financial statements, disclosures, and SEC-level footnote support. Collaborate with international teams on multi-currency consolidations and foreign exchange impact analysis.
- Audit & Governance: Manage internal and external audit processes for quarterly reviews and annual audits, driving resolution on technical accounting matters and audit requests.
- M&A & Strategic Projects: Drive seamless accounting integration for newly acquired businesses and lead continuous process improvements across the reporting function.
- Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and evaluate direct reports and accounting staff, fostering professional development across the corporate reporting team.
qualifications:
- Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA highly preferred. Minimum 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including direct exposure to Big 4 or large regional public accounting firms.
- Technical Expertise: Advanced, up-to-date knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, technical policy drafting, and SEC disclosure rules. Strong foundational knowledge of SOX controls.
- Systems & Analytics: Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, modeling, pivot tables); experience with reporting and ERP platforms (e.g., Workiva, Microsoft Dynamics) preferred.
- Leadership & Drive: Self-motivated leader with a proven ability to manage complex reporting deadlines, partner cross-functionally, and direct teams through organizational growth.
skills: Financial Reporting - SEC, $500M-1 billion
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
