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Our technology powers mission-critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.\nWhat will you contribute?\nWe’re looking for a Director of Accounting to lead group consolidation and support month-end close for a global, multi-entity organization. This is a high-impact role at the center of the close-partnering with Corporate Accounting, driving the final consolidation, and delivering accurate, timely results under US GAAP, IFRS, and internal policy.\nYou’ll own flux analysis, cash flow reporting, and global statutory accounting. You’ll also tackle complex accounting issues, shape stronger processes, and develop a talented team. Expect broad exposure to finance leaders, auditors, and business partners across the organization.\nResponsibilities & Deliverables:\nYour deliverables will include, but are not limited to, the following: \nDrive group consolidation: Lead the end-to-end process, including intercompany eliminations, currency translation, and consolidation adjustments. Set clear standards for execution and documentation.\nKeep close moving: Partner with Corporate Accounting on timelines, hand-offs, and open items. Surface issues early and clear roadblocks fast.\nDeliver the final close: Review and approve topside and consolidation entries. Resolve complex matters and deliver accurate results on schedule.\nTurn movement into insight: Own monthly accounting flux analysis of the balance sheet and P&L. Give leaders clear commentary on significant variances.\nOwn cash flow reporting: Deliver the consolidated cash flow statement and supporting analysis. Ensure accuracy and proper classification under US GAAP and IFRS.\nSolve complex accounting issues: Support research and policy work across intercompany and non-routine transactions, including software capitalization, leases, and debt.\nLead global statutory reporting: Set the approach for statutory filings and align local requirements with group accounting policy.\nDeliver public-company-caliber reporting: Drive financial reporting to demanding deadlines with the rigor, controls, and precision expected in a public-company environment.\nEnable strong reporting: Provide consolidated results, analysis, and technical input for external and management reporting.\nLead through audit: Own audit requests across consolidation, close, and statutory reporting. Drive timely resolution of findings.\nRaise the control bar: Strengthen controls over consolidation, close, flux, and cash flow. Lead remediation when gaps arise.\nTransform the reporting engine: Lead the evolution of consolidation and Workiva reporting. Simplify workflows, strengthen controls, and improve speed, scalability, and data quality.\nChampion AI adoption: Turn practical AI use cases into better accounting outcomes. Build team capability, embed responsible adoption, and accelerate high-value work.\nBuild a high-performing team: Set priorities, elevate work quality, and deepen the team’s consolidation and technical accounting capabilities.\nRequired Experience:\nSignificant group consolidation experience in a large, complex organization-ideally $1B+ in revenue-with deep knowledge of intercompany eliminations and multi-currency consolidation.\nProven leadership of financial reporting in a public company-or an equally rigorous reporting environment-with a track record of meeting compressed external reporting timelines without compromising accuracy or controls.\nStrong, hands-on command of US GAAP and IFRS, particularly consolidation, foreign currency, cash flow presentation, leases, debt, and financial instruments.\nA track record of leading period-end close and consolidation across a multinational, multi-entity environment.\nExperience preparing consolidated cash flow statements and translating variance analysis into leadership-ready insights.\nExperience leading statutory accounting and reporting across multiple jurisdictions.\nStrong knowledge of ICFR, including SOX or a comparable framework, and experience remediating control deficiencies.\nConfidence working directly with external auditors and resolving complex requests.\nFamiliarity with ERP, consolidation, and reporting platforms such as NetSuite and Workiva-or comparable systems.\n Required: Active CPA license and public accounting experience (Big Four experience preferred).\nWhat sets you apart:Decisive technical judgment: You cut through ambiguity, apply the right guidance, and document a clear position.\n\nTalent-building leadership: You set a high bar, create accountability, and help people grow.\n\nInfluence without friction: You align teams, sharpen hand-offs, and keep close on track.\n\nExecutive-ready insight: You turn variances and cash flow movements into a clear story.\n\nCalm under pressure: You prioritize well across close, audit, and statutory deadlines.\n\nA builder’s mindset: You simplify, automate, and continuously improve how work gets done.\n\nTrusted execution: You bring integrity, precision, and sound risk judgment.\n\nGlobal agility: You work effectively across time zones and distributed teams.\n\nWe are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:\nFlexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.\nWell-being: Access confidential one-to-one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive-inside and outside of work.\nHealth & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*\nSustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation-matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.\nInclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra-open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.\nCareer Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.\nRecognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.\n*Specific benefits may vary by location.\nAt Finastra, each individual is unique-bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.\nBe unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.\nApplicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. 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