Director, Corporate Accounting

Genuine Parts Company; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Director, Corporate Accounting to lead the headquarters close, consolidation, and complex accounting areas such as lease accounting and stock-based compensation. The role partners with Finance leadership, SEC Reporting, Tax and Internal Audit to ensure U.S.

GAAP compliance and timely, accurate financial reporting, while strengthening SOX controls. You will oversee policy governance, lead a small team, and drive continuous improvements in accounting processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• Active CPA (or equivalent) is required.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and SEC registrants.
• Strong technical expertise in U.S. GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead HQ close process and consolidation matters.
• Oversee lease accounting (ASC 842), stock-based compensation, and restructurings.
• Oversee accounting for internal-use software and cloud computing arrangements.
• Ensure SOX controls align with audit requirements and disclosures.
• Partner with SEC Reporting, Tax, Internal Audit and external auditors.
• Lead and develop the Controllership team and drive process improvements.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA

U.S. GAAP

Public accounting

Leadership

SOX controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Director, Corporate Accounting oversees headquarters close including consolidation, cash flow process, and complex accounting matters such as lease accounting, restructuring activities, and stock-based compensation. This role is also responsible for ensuring SOX controls are executed timely and effectively.

The Director partners closely with Finance leadership, SEC Reporting, Tax, Internal Audit and external auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. This role plays a critical leadership position in the Controllership in safeguarding accounting integrity while supporting strategic business initiatives.

Responsibilities

Technical Accounting & Policy

• Interpret and implement accounting guidance from the FASB, SEC, and other regulatory bodies, including assessing financial statement impact for accounting areas under responsibilities.
• Key contributor in the development, enhancement, and governance of company-wide accounting policies.
• Oversee accounting for complex areas including lease accounting (ASC 842), stock-based compensation, and restructuring activities.
• Oversee accounting for internal-use software and cloud computing arrangements.
• Ensure technical accounting conclusions align with SOX controls and audit requirements.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Serve as the leader of the HQ close process.
• Manage consolidation matters, including intercompany eliminations, ownership structures, and equity method accounting considerations.
• Partner with the SEC Reporting team to review complex financial statement disclosures and footnotes.
• Support quarterly and annual reporting processes as needed.
• Serve as a key liaison for internal and external audit matters.

Leadership & Collaboration

• People leadership responsibilities including directly managing 3 FTEs.
• Collaborate with GBS, Tax, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and operational leaders to resolve accounting matters.
• Lead or support enterprise-wide finance initiatives and special projects.
• Other responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Active CPA (or equivalent certification) required.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and experience with SEC registrants.
• Strong technical expertise in U.S. GAAP.
• Demonstrated experience leading accounting analysis for complex transactions.
• ERP experience is strongly recommended.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing multiple teams.
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence leadership.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate accounting implications of business decisions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical accounting memoranda.
• Collaborative leader who drives cross-functional alignment.

Leadership

• Embody company values of service, performance, influence, respect, innovation, and teamwork.
• Communicate clearly and proactively to drive alignment and informed decision-making.
• Deliver high-quality, well-supported accounting conclusions.
• Exercise sound judgment and strategic thinking.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Primarily office-based in a professional, climate-controlled setting.
• On-site presence required four (4) days per week; one (1) remote day permitted based on business needs.
• Extended computer and 10-key use.
• Occasional light lifting (up to 25 pounds).
• Requires sustained concentration, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Minimal travel (less than 5%); occasional extended hours during peak periods (e.g., month-end or year-end close).

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.