Director of Accounting

Assistant Controller - Global, PE-Backed Company

Hybrid - Stamford, CT

I'm working with one of my favorite clients, a
PE backed global safety solutions organization
, to hire an
Assistant Controller (Director of Accounting)
, who will be part of the Senior Leadership Team. You'll report directly to the
Global Controller
and work closely with the
CFO
and other members of the c-suite (great exposure).

With approximately
1,500 employees
globally and
~$750m
in annual revenue, the company is in an active phase of transformation - they are focused on adopting new processes to scale and supporting strategic growth initiatives, as the they head towards a billion in annual revenue.

• This role is perfect for someone who wants to transition out of public accounting, or who has already made the transition in-house.

• This role needs someone who is innovative, knows what best-in-class scaled processes look like, and who loves automation and building.

Key Differentiator

• I know the Controller personally, and they are truly an incredible leader and person - they'll teach you a ton and always go to bat for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle general ledger accounting, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls
• Review and approve account reconciliations, investigate variances, and ensure appropriate resolution of reconciling items
• Perform and review monthly and quarterly flux analysis; partner with FP&A and business leaders to explain key drivers
• Support the development, documentation, and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in compliance with US GAAP
• Manage and develop members of the accounting team, including offshore or geographically dispersed resources
• Serve as the primary accounting lead for acquisition activity, including:
• Coordinating with third-party valuation and transaction advisory firms
• Managing timelines, deliverables, and data requests
• Reviewing purchase accounting outputs and ensuring proper integration into the GL
• Partner closely with Tax, FP&A, Treasury, and business unit finance leaders to support accurate reporting and operational decision-making
• Support external audit activities, including preparation of schedules and responding to auditor inquiries

Ideal Background & Experience

• Public accounting (Big 4 or large national firm) followed by transition into an in-house accounting role
• Can also be someone currently in public accounting and ready to move into industry
• Or someone from in-house accounting with experience at large, complex organizations (public companies or similarly scaled private companies)
• CPA highly preferred
• 5-9 years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience working in complex operating environments (multi-entity, international, or operationally intensive businesses)
• Industry experience preferred in manufacturing, consumer products, business services, industrials, or similar sectors
• Backgrounds in financial services (banking, asset management, insurance, etc.) are not a fit for this role

Compensation & Schedule:

• $160-$170k base salary competitive cash bonus full stack benefits 401k matching
• Hybrid Schedule in Stamford, CT

Salary : $160,000 - $170,000