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JBT Corporation · 22 hours ago

Accounting Director (North America)

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$130K/yr - $220K/yr

12+ years exp

JBT Corporation is a global leader in food and beverage technology, striving to transform the future of food through sustainable innovation. The North America Accounting Director will oversee accounting operations across North American locations, ensuring compliance and leading process improvements while managing a diverse team of accounting professionals.

Food ProcessingHardwareManufacturingSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead a diverse team of approximately 20 accounting professionals across multiple locations, encouraging a collaborative culture

Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting for North American JBT entities

Oversee the OneStream submission process, manage revenue accounting, and ensure compliance with US GAAP, JBT standards, and internal policies

Lead the integration of legacy organizations into the Accounting CoE model, defining roles and collaborating with global leads for a smooth transition

Oversee SOX implementation and ensure main controls and best practices are in place

Collaborate with CoE leadership teams to lead standardization, process enhancements, and automation in accounting processes

Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce errors

Partner with senior leadership to provide insights on financial performance, find and address financial risks, and lead special projects related to accounting and finance

Support BU finance teams with compliance and strategic plans

Qualification

US GAAPFinancial ReportingSOX ComplianceAccounting OperationsTeam Leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

Minimum of 12 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 7 years in a managerial role

You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards

Experience ensuring Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance required

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Family leave

Vision coverage

Matched 401(k) plan

Company

JBT Corporation

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John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT) is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry with a focus on proteins, liquid foods, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).

Founded in 1894

Chicago, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees