Accounting Director, North America - REMOTE Job at GCL in Los Angeles

Are you passionate about shaping a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where creativity and innovation intersect? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Accounting Director, North America at our company, Global Critical Logistics, an award-winning global leader within the entertainment and luxury import/export logistics industry providing unrivaled experience and expertise for live events, touring, sports, luxury auto and art freight forwarding. Our teams serve as the premier freight forwarders handling some of the world’s biggest concerts, festivals, and sporting events for many high-profile clients across the music & sports industries to make the greatest shows and events possible across the world.

At our company, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. As the Accounting Director, North America, you will play a crucial role in fostering an environment where our employees can excel and feel valued. You will work closely with leadership and teams across the organization to implement strategies that support our business goals and enhance our unique culture.

Join us in creating unforgettable experiences and driving success in a fast-paced, exciting industry. Apply today and be a part of a team that values teamwork, innovation, diversity, and excellence.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

We are looking for a Accounting Director, North America, to join our Corporate Accounting Team. This professional will have the opportunity to engage in a versatile role consisting of managing month-end close, annual audit of the company, and other financial reporting requests. Other crucial roles include ensuring all balance sheet reconciliations are performed and clean and assisting with variance explanations for management reporting. The position requires strong technical accounting skills and making critical decisions on accounting treatment and processes to comply with appropriate accounting standards and ensure that the books and records of the company are maintained in compliance with US GAAP. This position works closely with our internal and external auditors and senior executives to resolve complex accounting issues. This position will report to the VP Global Controller.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the monthly closing process, prepare complex entries and adjustments for the US and Canada entities. Areas of focus include but are not limited to audit, intercompany, investment accounting, assisting with acquisitions which require constant communications with Accounting, M&A, Treasury and Operations.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations, closing JEs, monthly flux analysis PY/Budget, main point of contact for forecast and budget preparation.
• Prepare roll-forward schedules, variance analysis for the monthly financial reporting package; participate in monthly financial review meetings with management.
• Prepare audit disclosure notes and maintain supporting documentation
• Coordinate with independent auditors to facilitate reviews and the annual audit.
• Maintain current understanding of GAAP guidelines, research technical accounting issues.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and work on projects as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.

Experience: Minimum 10+ years of related work experience. Experience at a large accounting or consulting firm providing accounting/auditing. NetSuite ERP experience is a plus.

Performance Requirements:

• Strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional relationships throughout the organization to achieve common goals.
• Excellent communication skills to distill information into a digestible presentation for senior management with recommended corrective actions.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects with tight or overlapping deadlines.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience in creating ad hoc reporting and board materials as required.
• Able to motivate others, promote cross training and create succession planning for the key accounting areas.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At GCL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but
your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Benefits & Perks That Rock!

• Recharge & Reset: Enjoy a generous PTO package with 18 vacation days, 2 floating holidays, 7 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually. We know work-life balance is key.
• Your Health, Our Priority: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans are just the start. Get employer contributions to your HSA if you choose a high-deductible health plan, plus access to convenient telemedicine through MDLive and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Financially Fit: Secure your future with our 401(k) match and comprehensive employer-funded insurance (Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability).
• Family Matters: Welcoming a new addition? We offer generous paid parental leave for all parents.
• Perks with a Purpose: Grow professionally with Continuing Education Reimbursement, give back with Charitable Donation Matching, and even snag free tickets to client events (when available)!
• Culture Club: We love to celebrate! Join us for regular company events like birthday lunches, sports outings, volunteer opportunities, and more.
• Optional Add-Ons: Customize your benefits with supplemental insurance (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity) and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Sweet Savings: Score potential discounts on home and auto insurance through Farmers Insurance.

GCL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, GCL will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact hiring@gcl.global.

GCL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, GCL will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact hiring@gcl.global GCL provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, GCL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. GCL expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status