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• We are seeking a dynamic and experienced accounting leader to establish and lead a newly created global function focused on accounting standardization, technical guidance, and policy governance. Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance Transformation, this role will be responsible for developing a global accounting policy framework, building a Center of Excellence for technical accounting matters, and providing expert advisory across IFRS, U.S. GAAP, and local GAAPs.
• The ideal candidate is a technical expert and strategic thinker who can operate at both the policy and operational level, working cross-functionally with global finance, legal, tax, and audit teams. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of accounting governance and elevate technical accounting capabilities across a multinational enterprise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global accounting manual to standardize policies and procedures across all regions.
• Implement a governance model for accounting policy changes and compliance tracking.
• Partner with regional finance teams and controllers to roll out global accounting policies effectively.
• Lead a centralized function that serves as the company’s primary resource for technical accounting guidance.
• Develop best-practice accounting templates, tools, and guidance materials for global finance teams.
• Provide on-demand advisory for accounting treatments, structuring transactions, and addressing complex financial reporting issues.
• Conduct technical research and assess the impact of IFRS and local GAAP differences across key jurisdictions.
• Prepare and maintain technical accounting memos and whitepapers to support conclusions.
• Monitor updates from IASB, FASB, PCAOB, and local standards to provide training and thought leadership to regional finance teams and senior leaders.
• Establish an accounting governance framework to ensure policy adherence and consistency.
• Partner with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and industry bodies to maintain best-in-class accounting standards.
• Lead quarterly technical accounting updates for the global finance organization.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration, providing accounting expertise on deal structures and post-merger/divestment accounting considerations.
• Collaborate with finance transformation teams to enhance reporting efficiencies through technology and automation.

KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES

• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive global standardization in accounting practices.
• Excellent technical research skills with strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting matters to non-accountants.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills across cultures and geographies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic global environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and maintains high quality of work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill.
• Display excellent planning and organizing ability.
• Deadline driven with ability to cope with stressful situations.
• Able to deal with different individuals at all levels in the organization.
• Takes own initiative and have a solutions-orientated approach.
• Proactive approach with the ability to think ahead in a fast-paced environment.
• Broad analytical skills, and an ability to understand underlying business drivers and provide actionable insights based on analysis.
• Broad knowledge and prior exposure to international entities, foreign currency and inter-company transactions.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products (Outlook, Powerpoint, Word)

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent certification required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of technical accounting experience, with a mix of public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and corporate accounting in a multinational organization.
• Deep IFRS expertise with the ability to research and as well as multiple local GAAP frameworks across regions (e.g., Europe, APAC, Africa, LATAM).
• Strong track record of developing and implementing global accounting policies in a decentralized or multi-entity business structure.
• Experience working in highly regulated industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare, technology) is a plus.
• Proven ability to partner with executive leadership and influence decision-making.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Remain stationary for long periods of time.
• Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment.
• Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending.
• Able to hear and speak into a telephone.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
• Availability across global time zones.

WORK CONDITIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Applies broad expertise and knowledge in highly specialized fields or several related disciplines.
• Leads and contributes to the development of company objectives and principles to achieve goals creatively and effectively.
• Recognized internally as a subject matter expert, working on significant and unique issues requiring evaluation of intangibles.
• Focuses on providing thought leadership and works on projects requiring an understanding of wider business implications.
• Requires conceptual thinking and analysis to develop solutions with long-term impacts.
• Advises and conveys advanced information, persuading diverse stakeholders/audiences.
• Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups.
• Translates functional vision into plans for a discipline and guides their execution.
• Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Accountable for own or team results, impacting the entire function.
• May direct the activities of project teams.
• This position is expected to be remote with occasional onsite requirements.
• Must have a flexible work schedule to accommodate global business hours.
• Global Travel required, up to 20%.
• Perform work from a remote location with stable internet connection.