Director of U.S. Accounting
MWE•Chicago, IL
•$203,000 - $288,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Director of Accounting provides strategic leadership for the firm’s U.S. accounting operations, financial reporting, general ledger integrity, and accounting governance. This role is responsible for developing and executing the accounting strategy, strengthening internal controls, driving process transformation, and ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- At least ten (10) years of related work experience
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
- Advanced knowledge of statistical analysis concepts, frameworks, and principles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Nice To Haves
- CPA and/or MBA preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the firm’s accounting strategy to support organizational growth, operational excellence, and long-term business objectives
- Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and governance frameworks that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Lead the evaluation and implementation of accounting standards, reporting requirements, and financial control enhancements
- Oversee the integrity of the firm’s general ledger and financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and transparency
- Partner with leadership to enhance financial reporting capabilities, analytics, and business performance insights
- Monitor key financial trends, performance indicators, and balance sheet activity to proactively identify risks and opportunities impacting the firm
- Lead cross-functional transformation projects involving accounting systems, reporting platforms, workflows, and data governance
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives that streamline accounting operations, strengthen controls, and improve service delivery
- Establish monitoring and reporting mechanisms to assess control performance and compliance with firm policies
Benefits
- performance-based bonuses
- comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
