Head of Accounting

Confidential7 months ago
Seattle, WA, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Head of Accounting

About the Company

Join an internationally renowned retail company.

Industry

Retail

Type

Privately Held

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic Head of Accounting to steer and oversee all aspects of corporate accounting, financial consolidation, and reporting. In this essential leadership position, you will be instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring the production of timely and precise financial information for internal and external stakeholders. This role involves the oversight of financial policy development and maintenance, ensuring a strong system of internal controls globally, and compliance with SOX regulations.

The ideal candidate:

  • Has at least 15 years of experience in accounting and finance.
  • Possesses a strong preference for candidates with five years in senior finance or controllership roles.
  • Has essential experience in external financial reporting.
  • Brings a background from large, global retail companies.
  • Demonstrates a proven track record of leading and developing teams to achieve high performance.
  • Is committed to driving the organization towards world-class standards in financial management.

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions

  • Finance

Required Skills

SOX Compliance
Financial Consolidation
Internal Controls
Team Leadership
Accounting Management
Retail Finance
Operational Efficiency
Financial Reporting
Policy Development