Director of Accounting

Overview

On Site
$160000
Full Time

Job Details

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Ensure full adherence to global and local accounting policies, including statutory reporting, intercompany accounting structures, and financial protocols, to maintain audit readiness and financial integrity for the EU operations.
  • Oversee and support regulatory reporting obligations across multiple EU jurisdictions, ensuring all filings are accurate, compliant, and submitted in line with local deadlines.
  • Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting under international frameworks while aligning with both evolving regulatory and corporate governance standards.
  • Coordinate closely with FP&A, tax, treasury, legal, and global reporting teams to ensure all internal and external reporting structures meet the organizations’ strategic, operational, and compliance requirements.
  • Continuously monitor and interpret emerging legal, tax, and regulatory developments across the EU that may impact accounting treatments, reporting obligations, or financial disclosures.
  • Partner cross-functionally with legal, compliance, and tax teams on entity structuring, transfer pricing arrangements, intercompany agreements, and external disclosures to ensure financial statements are legally robust and strategically aligned.
  • Serve as the primary finance and compliance advisor for leadership and finance stakeholders, providing expert guidance on statutory compliance, reporting issues, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Foster strong, trust-based relationships with auditors, regulators, tax authorities, and internal stakeholders to promote transparency, ensure smooth audit processes, and uphold the credibility of the organization’s international financial operations.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Desired Competencies: 
  • Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
  • Business Insight – Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals
  • Collaborative – Partners and connects with others to achieve shared goals or objectives, seeking input and inspiring others to value the same, building trust with each collaborative interaction
  • Communicates Effectively – Develops and delivers written and verbal communication that conveys clear understanding of different audiences and their levels of comprehension. Active listener to ensure clear understanding
  • Fosters Innovation – Embraces an open-minded curiosity when approached with new ideas and supports workforce optimization
  • Planning Forethought and Alignment – Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals


Education and Experience: 
  • At least 8-10 years of relevant experience in financial reporting and compliance required
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Law or relevant field required
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred
  • Additional certifications in regulatory reporting or financial law are advantageous
  • Experience managing multi-jurisdictional financial reporting and regulatory filings
  • Proven success working with regulatory agencies and legal teams.
  • Deep understanding of EU financial, tax, and legal requirements and compliance infrastructure
  • Strong communication skills
  • Fluency with ERP/reporting systems (e.g., NetSuite) and Excel/Power BI

Location:
Remote
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