Director, US GAAP & Technical Accounting
Overview
We’re partnering with a top-tier global private equity firm that's seeking a Director, US GAAP & Technical Accounting. This highly visible role sits within the corporate accounting organization and is responsible for overseeing global financial reporting, consolidations, and technical accounting initiatives across a complex international footprint. The ideal candidate brings both the strategic mindset and the hands-on leadership needed to drive accuracy, efficiency, and process improvement at scale. This is an opportunity to join one of the most respected names in private equity; a firm known for its long-term investment philosophy, strong culture, and commitment to developing exceptional finance leaders. What You’ll Own
- Lead global US GAAP financial reporting, consolidations, and accounting policy development
- Oversee a high-performing team responsible for close and reporting activities across multiple international entities
- Manage complex accounting areas including consolidations (VIEs), acquisitions, and technical accounting assessments
- Drive automation and process enhancements across Workday and related financial systems
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, and Fund Accounting to ensure accuracy and alignment across global reporting
- Coordinate annual audits and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting
Qualifications
- Progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, ideally a mix of Big 4 and corporate
- Deep technical accounting and consolidation expertise under US GAAP
- Experience managing global entities and working in a complex, multinational environment
- Hands-on systems knowledge: Workday strongly preferred
- CPA required; advanced degree or IFRS exposure a plus
- Exceptional communication skills and leadership presence
Compensation
- Strong base salary, 60% annual bonus, carried interest participation, profit sharing, and 100% employer-paid healthcare with industry-leading retirement benefits.
- Skills
- Accounting
- U.S. GAAP Reporting
- Technical Accounting
- Big Four Accounting Firms
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Systems
- Financial Consolidation
- International Financial Reporting Standards
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