Director of Operational Accounting

3 weeks ago


Charlotte Bay, Australia CAROLINA PRG Full time

This range is provided by CAROLINA PRG. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Our client, a leader in the distribution & integration sector, is seeking a Director of Operational Accounting. This key leadership role bridges accounting and operations. This is a high-impact opportunity for a curious, forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in cross-functional environments and enjoys solving complex business challenges. If you're energized by improving processes, mentoring teams, leading teams through best practice initiatives, and translating financial data into strategic business decisions, this role offers the platform to do just that.

**Hybrid schedule of 1-2 days in office per week**

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead U.S. operational accounting processes including general ledger, intercompany transactions, freight, and management fees (revenue)
  • Oversee month-end close activities and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls
  • Manage a team of 4 Accounting Managers and guide the broader accounting operations team
  • Serve as a key liaison between the accounting function and field operations across multiple business units
  • Work cross-functionally with teams in Canada and Mexico to improve process alignment and shared best practices
  • Support enterprise-wide initiatives, including cross-functional teams like the Tariff Committee
  • Help plan and execute a team-wide workflow restructuring effort to improve efficiency and redistribute responsibilities
  • Play a pivotal role in succession planning
  • Partner with business leaders across five distinct business units in a high-volume, low-margin environment

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting & finance experience, with a strong foundation in U.S. GAAP and operational accounting
  • Proven leadership skills, including managing teams and influencing across departments
  • Experience working in $500M+ organizations, ideally in distribution, manufacturing, or retail
  • Comfortable navigating large data sets and solving process inefficiencies
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelDirector
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
  • IndustriesManufacturing

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