Director of Accounting Operations/Transformation

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Addison Group is working with one of the largest public insurance companies in the world on a Director of Accounting Operations/Transformation. Great company with amazing benefits and a strong culture that is ready to interview ASAP! Apply or reach out to **** for more information!
We are looking for a Director of Accounting Operations / Transformation to work out of our North American Headquarters in Illinois.
In this highly visible Team Lead role, you will work closely with various leaders, process owners, and suppliers across Finance to understand accounting and financial reporting challenges/requirements, while assisting in the delivery of general accounting daily processing and month end closing activities to ensure they are completed in line with business objectives and applicable accounting principles.
Additional responsibilities will include:
Translating information into proposed solutions and requirements involving process optimization, automation, and is actively involved in the governance of offshoring/outsourcing operations to ensure maximum efficiency
Leading the implementation of medium to large project efforts and supporting the Accounting operation on larger initiatives
Documenting and updating process changes to reflect current processes and contributing to continuous improvement
Performing in a governance role for outsourced/offshore general accounting operations by developing and maintaining relationships with supplier and business, sustaining and improving operations, monitoring financial reporting and performance, while ensuring processes are compliant with contractual obligations and business objectives are met.
Acting as the subject matter expert in general accounting principles by partnering with the team to ensure proper accounting treatment is considered in day to day assignments, systems/ process development, product development, new business activities/ transactions.
Develop presentations, tailored to stakeholders at various levels and business functions to improve financial and accounting awareness within the company. Includes communication and consultation to Chief Financial Officer, Controllers, Accounting directors and other stakeholders (Treasury, Actuaries, subsidiaries, etc.) as needed
Leading, coaching and mentoring a team of less than 6 resources.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Accounting area
Preferred Qualifications:
Public Accounting experience highly preferred
Degree in Accounting or Finance
Knowledge and experience with Business Process Offshoring/Outsourcing
Advanced knowledge and understanding of accounting principles
Experience building cross-functional partnerships and assembling and leading project teams
Strong written and verbal communication and influencing skills
Experience with core process redesign, continuous improvement methodologies
Experience leading workstreams/projects
Experience with change management tools/methodologies
PMP Certification
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Consulting experience
Experience in organizational design
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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