Director of Accounting

Brooklyn, New York Permanent USD160,000 - USD185,000 per year View Job Description
A fast-growing, global fine art logistics and distribution business is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead and scale its U.S. accounting function. The company operates across the U.S. and UK and is looking for a hands-on, strategic accounting leader to oversee operations, manage and develop a growing team, and partner closely with global finance leadership.
  • Work alongside senior leadership
  • Growing global company

About Our Client

Art logisitcs and distribution company

Job Description



  • Oversee all accounting activities for the U.S. division, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and internal accounting policies


  • Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, delivering timely and accurate financial reporting to Group Finance


  • Act as the primary U.S. accounting lead for external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and coordination with auditors


  • Own U.S. local and state tax filings, partnering with external advisors as needed


  • Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure alignment with group-wide accounting standards


  • Serve as a key stakeholder in the ongoing development and optimization of NetSuite ERP


  • Drive initiatives to streamline reporting, improve processes, and increase efficiency across the U.S. accounting function


  • Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships across finance and operations teams in the U.S.


  • Deliver ad-hoc analysis and reporting to the Group Financial Controller and senior leadership


  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including performance management and career development planningTeam Leadership

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant



  • Proven experience in a senior accounting leadership role (Director or equivalent)


  • Background in a multi-unit or multi-entity environment (highly desirable)


  • Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and U.S. accounting operations


  • Experience working within a global organization


  • Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP


  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills


  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment



What's on Offer



  • Opportunity to lead and scale accounting operations during a critical growth phase


  • High visibility and close partnership with global finance leadership


  • Competitive compensation and benefits


  • Meaningful leadership impact within a specialized, global business



Contact
Marlee Greene
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6944697

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Controller
Industry
Not For Profit
Location
Brooklyn
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Marlee Greene
Job Reference
JN-022026-6944697