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Korn Ferry · 1 day ago

Director of Accounting

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $180K/yr

10+ years exp

Korn Ferry is partnering with a global leader in entertainment to identify a Director of Accounting for their Corporate Finance function. This role will lead a segment accounting team, oversee technical accounting considerations, and drive process efficiency while providing significant exposure to senior leadership.

Management Consulting

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day accounting activities for a global segment, including revenue and related accounting functions

Own and communicate segment financial results, including balance sheet analysis, and partner with Finance on P&L understanding

Serve as the accounting liaison to Business/Commercial Finance and act as primary point of contact with Technical Accounting for segment-specific matters

Drive modernization and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in financial reporting

Provide executive-level support by investigating complex accounting matters and collaborating with cross-functional partners

Serve as a key liaison with external auditors to support a streamlined audit process

Oversee timely completion of local statutory financial statements

Build strong relationships with operational leaders to provide timely guidance on accounting implications of business activities

Support senior leadership with ad hoc projects, including analysis of business operations and proposed accounting treatments

Qualification

US GAAPSOX complianceCPA certificationPublic accounting experienceTeam leadershipAnalytical skillsDecision-making skillsRelationship building

Required

10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance

At least 5 years in public accounting and/or public company environments; Big 4 experience preferred

Strong command of US GAAP and SOX requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred

Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Demonstrated success developing and leading teams

Ability to build credibility, trust, and strong working relationships across senior leadership

Excellent analytical and decision-making skills

Preferred

Big 4 experience preferred

CPA preferred

Benefits

Annual bonus

LTI

Company

Korn Ferry

Glassdoor3.5

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance.

Founded in 1969

Los Angeles, CA, US

10001+ employees

http://www.kornferry.com

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