Elite Placement Group is hiring: Head of Reporting and Technical Accounting in S

Head of Technical Accounting and External Reporting

Stamford, CT (Onsite)

$175,000 - $200,000

Reporting: Reports to Global Controller

Responsibilities:

Statutory Reporting and Technical Accounting:

• Lead the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS including footnote disclosures, operating metrics, MD&A, accounting memos etc. Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and integrity of all disclosed financial information.
• Ensure that all statutory reports comply with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and legal obligations.
• Responsible for the development and dissemination of accounting policies, processes, and procedures to ensure consistent corporate compliance.

Bank Reporting, Budgeting, and Forecasting:

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate and timely consolidated package and operational reports. Identify areas for improvement in reporting processes and implement changes as needed.
• Lead the preparation of annual budget process. Develop and implement reporting frameworks and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Partner with senior management to understand reporting needs and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Audit Coordination and Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay updated on changes in financial regulations, accounting standards, and statutory reporting requirements. Ensure the organization's financial practices are compliant with local and international regulations.
• Act as the senior point of contact for external auditors during statutory audits. Prepare and review necessary documentation and responses for audit inquiries.
• Implement recommendations from audit findings to enhance reporting processes.

Leadership and Management:

• Lead and manage the reporting team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Establish and maintain effective reporting processes and standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to align reporting activities with organizational goals.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting/finance.
• CPA and/or Chartered Accountant required. MBA is preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years of general accounting/auditing experience, with at least 5 years of managing global team and multiple entities.
• Experience in commodity trading industry is preferred.
• Expert knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Excellent working knowledge of technical accounting rules, regulatory rules, and related business processes with In-depth knowledge of existing and new IFRS accounting standards.
• High degree of integrity and strong ethical standards.
• An effective team leader who positively contributes to an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Strong financial planning and analysis capabilities including forecasting and cash flow.
• Strong listening, written and oral communication skills; comfortable presenting to all levels of management.
• Self-starter with a high level of initiative, strong work ethic and the ability to gather, synthesize, organize, and report information. Solid planning and project management skills; extremely reliable with meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to work in office Monday through Friday.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Employee Programs & Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Saving Account
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time