Vice President, Divisional Accounting

About the Role:

The Vice President & Department Leader is a senior role responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership to a key department within the organization. This position ensures alignment of departmental goals with the overall business objectives, driving growth, operational excellence, and innovation. The role involves overseeing cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and fostering a high-performance culture that promotes collaboration and accountability. The Vice President will serve as a critical liaison between executive leadership and department staff, facilitating communication and decision-making processes. Ultimately, this role is pivotal in shaping the department’s long-term success and contributing to the company’s competitive advantage in the marketplace. 

Works closely with the Trading divisions and the subsidiaries/affiliate’s financial team. Monitor and oversee the accounting activities of the Trading divisions and subsidiaries. Assist the SVP & Controller/GM in carrying out the division’s strategic goals and plans. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• CPA
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Should have 20 years of progressive leadership experience in a relevant industry.
• Experience in strategic financial planning/management, M&A, financial audits, credit risk management, change management and financial controls. 
• Proven track record of managing large teams and complex projects successfully.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management and forecasting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel domestically on a regular basis.
• Openness to relocation or future secondment, as required to support business objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related advanced degree.
• Experience leading departments within a multinational or large-scale organization.
• Demonstrated success in driving digital transformation and innovation initiatives.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
• Professional certifications in leadership, project management, or relevant technical areas.

Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the Trading division’s financial and management accounting and analysis process. Reviewing and approving significant accounting transactions. 
2. Provides on-site M&A support around Post Merger Integration of the newly acquired entity. This includes pre/post-acquisition support, opening balance sheet review and assessment, Purchase Price allocation and valuation. 
3. Direct and manages the Trading division’s consolidated financial close process by working with Corporate Accounting and the Financial Reporting Departments. 
4. Serve on the Board of Directors on selected subsidiaries. Monitor and oversee the financial risks and activities of the subsidiaries and/or affiliates. Provide guidance to the subsidiary executive management team and report to III management 
5. Assist the Controller in monitoring the subsidiaries and affiliates, performing financial analysis and using a risk-based approach and focusing on key metrics. Responsible for performing reviews of III’s subsidiaries’ financials including internal controls. 
6. Research new accounting pronouncements and analyze their impact on the Trading Division’s subsidiaries and affiliates. 
7. Lead and develop the Divisional Accounting team as well as assist the Controller in the implementation of the division’s strategic goals and special projects and future secondment to III’s subsidiary/affiliate. 

Skills:

The Vice President & Department Leader utilizes strategic thinking and leadership skills daily to guide the department toward achieving its goals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effectively collaborating with executive peers, managing teams, and influencing stakeholders. Financial management skills are applied to oversee budgets, analyze financial reports, and make data-driven decisions that optimize resource allocation. Problem-solving and decision-making abilities are critical in addressing challenges and capitalizing on opportunities within the department. Additionally, skills in change management and innovation help drive continuous improvement and adapt to evolving business environments.