Director Accounting

The Director of Accounting is a key leadership position within RENK America and the North American region, responsible for overseeing all aspects of corporate accounting, audit, tax, programs, AP, AR, and financial reporting.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience in accounting leadership, with a focus on ensuring compliance with IFRS, international public company regulations, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
The role requires strong technical expertise and leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities Financial Compliance and Reporting: Ensure the company's financial statements comply with IFRS regulations.
USG contract compliance with FAR, DFAR, CAS, working with DCAA and DCMA, and overseeing the disclosure statements.
Oversee Accounting, the monthly financial close, and support the forecasting and budgeting process.
Oversee and continuously evaluate and enhance internal controls.
Revenue recognition under Percentage of Completion (POC), and Units of Delivery.
Program Financial Compliance and Reporting: Oversee program financial reporting and compliance including contract review, and accuracy of financial reporting, EACs, Management Reserves, and other supporting schedules.
Audit Management: Directly own and manage the annual external audit process.
Directly own and manage all government contract related audits.
Tax Management: Work with and manage external tax advisors, and day-to-day tax accounting and reporting in accordance with IFRS.
Drive tax accounting processes and initiatives, deferred tax assets and liabilities, valuation allowances, preparation of US federal and state income tax returns, and ensuring compliance with all income, sales, use and property taxes requirements.
Develop and drive tax planning and support for the North America region.
Accounts Payable and Receivables: Oversee the Accounts Payables and Receivables function and staff, including working directly with vendors and customers.
Team Management: Evaluate, mentor, and develop a team of nine, and ensure the team receives regular training to remain effective in their roles.
Ensure the team is utilizing best practice and maintaining compliance with laws and regulations.
The Director will support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and of the organization.
Process Improvement: Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives for global accounting processes.
Leverage a proactive mindset to drive efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.