Director Accounting

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Full time
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Job offered by: Verizon Communications
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You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. What you’ll be doing...

This position is responsible for leading key areas of Accounting and supporting the International Accounting Team. It involves managing the assigned accounting functions for the business within the Accounting organization, including being responsible for delivery (quality & timeliness) of Accounting, associated compliance and transformation. This leader not only oversees day to day Accounting activities but also thinks and acts strategically. This change agent will lead and ensure successful full adoption of change and transformation projects. These projects include people, process, technical accounting, reporting and system aspects, as well as acquisitions and divestitures. This position reports to the Senior Director of International Accounting, based in Reading, UK. What we’re looking for...

Experience in managing accounting activities across multiple countries and currencies Experience of being in a Centre of Excellence / Shared Service Center environment Experience managing a team of managers and professionals Direct project management experience, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and closing of projects Experience in running continuous improvement projects, conducting root cause analysis and preparing data consolidation Working knowledge of accounting systems and applications including SAP, Analytics and Reporting tools and Blackline Strong knowledge of FASB and SEC requirements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, tax reporting and accounting practices Strong knowledge of International business & accounting practices and processes including local statutory reporting in EMEA, IFRS and US GAAP Proficiency in financial modelling and an interest in Digital Finance Excellent communication and leadership skills Good team, organizational planning skills, sound judgment, calm but work with a high sense of urgency, attention to detail and strong time management You’ll need to have:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience. Fluency in English, written and spoken. ACCA, CIMA or similar industry qualification. Even better if you have one or more of the following:

Experience working in a large global organization Worked in an accounting role reporting on ESG. Knowledge of International business & accounting practices and processes including local statutory reporting in EMEA, IFRS and US GAAP Knowledge of Accounting systems such as SAP and Blackline Project Management experience, root cause analysis and continuous improvement. If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours

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