Overview

Director, Technical Accounting & Reporting Location: Wethersfield, CT (Remote or Hybrid Available) Compensation: Up to $200k + Bonus DOE We are partnering with a growing financial services organization to identify a Director of Technical Accounting & Reporting. This newly created, highly visible position offers the opportunity to build and strengthen the organization's technical accounting and external reporting function while partnering directly with executive leadership on complex accounting matters and finance transformation initiatives. Reporting to the Global Financial Controller, this individual will serve as the organization's technical accounting expert, leading external reporting, researching complex accounting issues, and driving improvements to reporting processes. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex accounting challenges, working independently, and making a significant organizational impact. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and review of quarterly and annual external financial reporting packages Research, analyze, and document complex U.S. GAAP accounting matters Serve as the technical accounting expert for acquisitions, divestitures, financing transactions, and other non-routine events Lead the implementation of new accounting standards and related disclosure requirements Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and executive leadership on complex accounting matters Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors for technical accounting and reporting Coordinate audit requests and ensure timely resolution of reporting matters Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, automation, and overall finance operations Present technical accounting conclusions and reporting updates to senior leadership Top Priorities for This Role Public accounting foundation with strong technical accounting expertise SEC and external financial reporting experience Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with minimal oversight Ideal Background Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA required or strongly preferred) 10+ years of progressive accounting experience Big 4 or public accounting foundation with public company experience Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting research Experience with SEC reporting, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, financial statements, and disclosures Hands-on experience with purchase accounting, business combinations, discontinued operations, and other complex accounting transactions Experience supporting acquisitions, divestitures, debt transactions, and other strategic initiatives Oracle, Workiva, HFM, or other enterprise consolidation/reporting systems experience preferred Strong project management and process improvement experience What Makes Someone Successful Here? Self-directed and capable of operating independently Highly analytical with exceptional technical accounting knowledge Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple competing priorities Strong communicator who can simplify complex accounting issues for executive leadership Process-oriented with a passion for continuous improvement and automation Collaborative business partner with strong emotional intelligence and executive presence Why Consider This Opportunity? Newly created, high-impact leadership position Flexible work arrangement with remote or hybrid options available Opportunity to build and modernize the technical accounting and external reporting function Significant visibility with executive leadership and cross-functional business partners Exposure to acquisitions, complex accounting matters, and strategic finance initiatives Opportunity to influence the future accounting infrastructure of a growing organization Strong compensation package with meaningful bonus potential Benefits & Additional Information Comprehensive benefits package with multiple plan options Flexible remote/hybrid work environment Opportunity to help shape a growing finance or