McCormick & Company · 2 days ago
Sr. Director Corporate Accounting & External Reporting
HUNT VALLEY, MD, US, 21031
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$166K/yr - $299K/yr
12+ years expMcCormick & Company is a global leader in flavor with over $6.5 billion in annual sales across 150 countries and territories. This role is responsible for the SEC and ESG external reporting functions, certain corporate accounting functions, technical accounting policy and application, and support of complex transactions including acquisitions.
Food Processing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the external SEC reporting function including oversight of quarterly 10Q and annual 10K filing process. Support other SEC filings including Proxy and 8-Ks
Direct the preparation of SEC filing drafts and present to senior leadership oversight committees
Oversee execution and management of quarterly external reporting key financial controls and assess disclosure risk of processes and transactions
Ensure team stays current on new SEC guidance and disclosure requirements
Monitor risks and exposure related to impairment, segment reporting, and non-GAAP disclosures
Oversee accounting functions for high-risk areas including stock-based compensation, derivatives, employee benefit plans and intangible asset and goodwill impairment assessments
Provide Finance oversight over US pension and SERP assets and liabilities (including pension assumptions) and certain other benefit plans
Oversee compilation of employee benefit plan financial statements and annual audit process
Manage relationships with valuation specialists
Manage forecasting process for these accounting functions
Partner with the business on significant transactions including acquisition and divestiture activity, financing arrangements, derivative and hedging activity, and equity transactions
Lead the research and assessment of complex accounting issues and obtain alignment with the Controller and external auditors
Oversee the evaluation of the impact of new accounting pronouncements and related implementation efforts
Oversee ESG reporting function including the governance around voluntary reporting efforts
Provide thought leadership on regulatory developments and ESG disclosure requirements
Partner with the sustainability team on readiness efforts for new regulation across our various jurisdictions
Assess resource needs as the regulatory environment evolves
Provide leadership and oversee management and talent development of ESG and SEC reporting team
Drive a process improvement culture across the team through innovation, automation and leveraging tools including artificial intelligence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
CPA required
12 years + experience with US GAAP accounting and SEC reporting
Combination of public accounting experience auditing SEC companies and corporate accounting roles at publicly traded companies preferred
In-depth knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and SEC financial reporting regulations/requirements
In-depth knowledge of the design and operation of a system of internal controls and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations
Strong background in assessing complex accounting issues and experience supporting acquisition transactions and purchase accounting valuation work
In-depth knowledge of matters impacting multi-national corporations, including currency translation and hedging, and intercompany eliminations preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with senior leadership and present to governance functions and to work across functions and cultures
Ability to rapidly distill complex information and transform it into a concise and readily understandable message at all levels
Ability to influence without direct authority
Excellent team/personal leadership skills
Must demonstrate organizational intelligence in identifying decision makers/influencers
Demonstrated ability to build credibility and positive working relationships to effectively drive business objectives
Knowledge of SAP and HFM
Strong/concise written and oral communication skills
Preferred
Combination of public accounting experience auditing SEC companies and corporate accounting roles at publicly traded companies preferred
In-depth knowledge of matters impacting multi-national corporations, including currency translation and hedging, and intercompany eliminations preferred
Benefits
401k
Health insurance
Paid time off
Competitive compensation
Career growth opportunities
Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
Tuition assistance
Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
Company
McCormick & Company
McCormick manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments & other flavorful products to the entire food industry.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2BKey Investors
Bank of America
2025-05-13Post Ipo Debt· $2B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Brendan Foley
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Marcos Gabriel
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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