Strategic Accounting Director: IFRS, Close & Controls

Arvato; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arvato North America seeks a Director of Accounting to lead all accounting functions, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. The role partners with treasury to manage payments and drives process improvements across the finance function.

The successful candidate will oversee general ledger, month-end close, payroll, indirect tax, and internal controls, while mentoring a high-performing team and collaborating with cross-functional leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA credential preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibilities.
• Expert knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal accounting policies, and corporate reporting requirements.
• Oversee payroll and indirect tax.
• Oversee preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Partner with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures to ensure audit readiness and compliance.
• Serve as the primary accounting point of contact for internal and external audits; coordinate audit requests and remediation of findings.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including performance management, succession planning, and talent development.
• Support system implementations, process improvements, and automation initiatives to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Tax, Legal, HR, and Corporate Finance to support business initiatives.
• Oversee the preparation of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.

Skills

Leadership

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Arvato North America seeks a Director of Accounting to lead all accounting functions, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. The role partners with treasury to manage payments and drives process improvements across the finance function.

The successful candidate will oversee general ledger, month-end close, payroll, indirect tax, and internal controls, while mentoring a high-performing team and collaborating with cross-functional leaders.