Director, Corporate Accounting

Genuine Parts Company • Atlanta, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Corporate Accounting, oversees headquarters close including consolidation, cash flow process, and complex accounting matters such as lease accounting, restructuring activities, and stock-based compensation. This role is also responsible for ensuring SOX controls are executed timely and effectively. The Director partners closely with Finance leadership, SEC Reporting, Tax, Internal Audit and external auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. This role plays a critical leadership position in the Controllership in safeguarding accounting integrity while supporting strategic business initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• Active CPA (or equivalent certification) required
• 8 + years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and experience with SEC registrants
• Strong technical expertise in U.S. GAAP
• Demonstrated experience leading accounting analysis for complex transactions
• ERP experience is strongly recommended.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading and managing multiple teams
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence leadership
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate accounting implications of business decisions
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical accounting memoranda
• Collaborative leader who drives cross-functional alignment

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement accounting guidance from the FASB, SEC, and other regulatory bodies, including assessing financial statement impact for accounting areas under responsibilities
• Key contributor in the development, enhancement, and governance of company-wide accounting policies.
• Oversee accounting for complex areas including lease accounting (ASC 842), stock-based compensation, and restructuring activities.
• Oversee accounting for internal-use software and cloud computing arrangements.
• Ensure technical accounting conclusions align with SOX controls and audit requirements.
• Serve as the leader of the HQ close process
• Manage consolidation matters, including intercompany eliminations, ownership structures, and equity method accounting considerations.
• Partner with the SEC Reporting team to review complex financial statement disclosures and footnotes.
• Support quarterly and annual reporting processes as needed.
• Serve as a key liaison for internal and external audit matters.
• People leadership responsibilities including directly managing 3 FTEs
• Collaborate with GBS, Tax, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and operational leaders to resolve accounting matters.
• Lead or support enterprise-wide finance initiatives and special projects.
• Other responsibilities, as assigned.

Benefits

• Embody company values of service, performance, influence, respect, innovation, and teamwork
• Communicate clearly and proactively to drive alignment and informed decision-making
• Deliver high-quality, well-supported accounting conclusions
• Exercise sound judgment and strategic thinking
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director