Senior Manager/Director of Accounting Projects & M&A Integration
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Senior Manager/Director of Accounting Projects & M&A IntegrationA $3bill+ services company is looking to add a Senior Manager/Director of Accounting Projects & M&A Integration to serve as the Controller’s group resource to seek out process improvements, system enhancement + implementation and automation across the organization’s accounting, reporting, shared services and finance function. The organization has gone through extensive growth both organically and through acquisition and with the current team at capacity they need a committed resource with both the accounting know-how and a consultant’s mindset to drive change. Role is seen as a great entry point into the organization for future leadership roles and will be very visible as leading high value projects partnering with key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:• Key integration partner for new acquisitions, leading finance integration across multiple disciplines. Prioritize newly acquired companies for the initial 3-4 months, then extend support to past acquisitions for ongoing integration activities.• Collaborate with accounting leadership to streamline the month-end close process and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at accelerating the close process.• Drive enhancements in shared services processes to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.• Take charge of accounting policies, including the development of new policies, updates, maintenance, and ensuring compliance across all business units.• Work closely with the Assistant Controller to implement advanced reconciliation and reporting tools, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes.• Oversee controls implementation and adherence, ensuring regulatory compliance and mitigating financial risks across all operational areas.• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of finance integration projects and process improvement initiatives.• Develop and implement robust project management frameworks to track progress, identify bottlenecks, and facilitate timely resolution of issues.• Foster collaboration and communication among cross-functional teams involved in integration and process improvement efforts to ensure alignment and synergy across the organization.• Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented controls, processes, and project management practices, iterating as necessary to drive ongoing improvement and optimization.
Background individual would bring:· Chicago area candidates only· 7+ years of accounting and reporting experience high growth company or consulting· Accounting and reporting process improvement experience and mindset· Accounting degree
If you are interested in this Senior Manager/Director of Accounting Projects & M&A Integration role or want to connect on the market, please email your resume to Brian.Esko@LHH.com or apply here.
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