Interim Director of Accounting & Reporting

IFG - International Financial Group; Canada; Remote; CAD 89,544 - 117,096; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in renewable energy is seeking an Interim Director of Accounting & Reporting. This vital role ensures accurate financial reporting under US GAAP and includes responsibilities such as overseeing accounting work, supporting year-end close and audit activities, and providing guidance to a remote team. Candidates should have over 5 years of hands-on accounting experience and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive pay rate and the potential for extension beyond the initial 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on accounting experience, including strong US GAAP expertise.
• Proven experience in accounting and financial reporting leadership roles.
• Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated in a fully remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee accounting work prepared by team members to ensure US GAAP compliance.
• Perform hands-on accounting work as required, including complex journal entries and reconciliations.
• Lead and support year-end close and audit processes.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and related reporting.
• Provide guidance and direction to the accounting and reporting team in a remote environment.

Skills

US GAAP expertise

Leadership in accounting and financial reporting

Independent work

Job description

Interim Director of Accounting & Reporting

Contract | 100% Remote

Pay range: CA$65.00/hr - CA$85.00/hr

Our client, a leader in the renewable energy sector, is seeking an Interim Director of Accounting & Reporting to join their team for an initial 3-month engagement, with a strong possibility of extension.

Role Overview

As the Interim Director of Accounting & Reporting, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting under US GAAP. This role requires a balance of review, oversight, and hands‑on execution, particularly in support of year‑end close, audit activities, and financial statement preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and oversee accounting work prepared by team members to ensure US GAAP compliance
• Perform hands‑on accounting work as required, including complex journal entries and reconciliations
• Lead and support year‑end close and audit processes
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and related reporting
• Provide guidance and direction to the accounting and reporting team in a remote environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on accounting experience, including strong US GAAP expertise
• Proven experience in accounting and financial reporting leadership roles
• Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated in a fully remote setting

Nice to Have

• Background in energy, renewables, or asset‑heavy industries

How to Apply

To apply, please send your resume to: Navneet Kaur

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