VP, Accounting and Finance

IFG International Financial Group Ltd; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Pittsburgh is seeking a VP of Accounting and Finance to oversee financial statement accuracy and compliance with GAAP and IFRS. The ideal candidate will manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning while providing insights to leadership. Responsibilities include coordinating audits and ensuring regulatory adherence. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and have over 10 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.

Qualifications

• 10 plus years relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing teams and conducting performance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Manage the yearly external audit process and tax filings.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

GAAP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business related discipline

MBA and/or CPA preferred

Job description

Salary Mid-Point: $180,000 Location: Pittsburgh PA Job Type: Permanent IFG Pittsburgh is actively recruiting a VP, Accounting and Finance responsible for overseeing the preparation and accuracy of financial statements in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory requirements, ensuring the integrity of all corporate accounting activities. It leads budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning to support strategic decision-making while providing financial analysis and insights to senior leadership. The role coordinates internal and external audits, tax filings, regulatory reporting, and maintains updated accounting policies aligned with industry standards and parent company directives. It also supports M&A activities, including financial modeling, due diligence, and integration, and manages corporate functions such as insurance, hedging, banking, customs requirements, and compliance. The position supervises mid- to senior-level professionals, providing leadership, training, and conducting semi-annual performance reviews to drive team performance and development.

Responsibilities

• Direct the preparation and distribution of recurring and annual financial reporting deliverables, ensuring information is produced accurately and within established timelines for both internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Support the design, enhancement, and monitoring of financial systems and internal controls to safeguard data reliability, including periodic revisions to departmental policies and procedural documentation.
• Lead the end-to-end coordination of the yearly external audit process, managing reconciliations, analytical reviews, and serving as the primary liaison to auditors throughout fieldwork.
• Maintain adherence to applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring all financial practices align with governing guidelines and company policies.
• Contribute to the development and consolidation of the organization's annual operating plan and financial targets.
• Provide analytical support on cross-functional initiatives and generate customized financial analyses and reports as needed.
• Cascade enterprise-wide goals and financial expectations to operational sites to promote alignment and accountability.
• Conduct periodic compliance reviews of plant locations to confirm consistent application of corporate policies, procedures, and internal control standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in accounting, finance or business related discipline.
• MBA and/or CPA preferred
• 10 plus years relevant experience

If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please contact your IFG Partner or Matt Shaffer at 412-539-1434 x226 for additional details and confidential consideration. Additional opportunities can be viewed at www.IFG-Global.com.

About IFG

IFG is a specialized firm focused on Finance, Accounting, Audit and Tax recruiting and staffing since 2005. We understand that our clients require qualified, experienced professionals for permanent/full-time opportunities, as well as, staffing for the execution of "just-in-time", short term special projects and interim/transitional staffing challenges. We place tremendous value on understanding the unique strengths and desires of the professionals we partner with and the specific needs and requirements of our clients who have trusted us with their human capital recruiting.