Assistant Director of Accounting and Finance

We are working with an exciting new client that operate within the manufacturing, logistics distribution and supply chain industry. They mainly manufacture retail products and whilst the HQ is in Hong Kong, they are looking for an Assistant Director of Accounting and Finance to join the team in Midtown Manhattan. The role is hybrid (2-3 days in office) and will offer an excellent exposure to the successful candidate.

Client Details

The client are a global manufacturing business, that specialize in the production of retail (apparel) products for a number of global brands across Asia, Europe and the United States. They are looking for an Assistant Director of Accounting and Finance to lead the day-to-day operations of the finance team, and work closely with the Senior Director to set team and group strategy.

The company has a brilliant culture fit, hybrid working, and is looking for a dynamic candidate, willing to roll-up their sleeves and get heavily involved in the finance and accounting processes. On top of that, there will be a lot of ad hoc work alongside the SVP of Business Operations and the global/group CFO.

Description

The successful Assistant Director of Accounting and Finance will be:

• Responsible the monthly financial closing process
• Oversee the integrity of financial records, ensuring accuracy and timely reconciliation of all key balance sheet accounts and adherence to accounting standards and group accounting practices
• Manage accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), and inventory control processes in a geographically diverse team
• Manage tax compliance framework across federal, state and local jurisdictions including income, sales & use and other business taxes by establishing robust processes
• Monitor and enhance internal control environment, implement best practices to mitigate risk and improve efficiency
• Mentor and develop members of finance team
• Collaborate with IT to enhance ERP set up and configuration
• Lead implementation of finance transformation and process improvements to enhance productivity, transparency and effectiveness
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors as needed.

Profile

The successful Assistant Director of Accounting and Finance will:

• Have approximately 2-4 year's of experience in a similar role (MUST be from a similar industry - retail, CPG, manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals etc.)
• MUST have excellent Excel skills and knowledge
• Prior working knowledge of the ERP system JD Edwards One (highly desirable, not essential)
• Hands on experience managing the full monthly close and accounting cycle
• Strong tax and compliance knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Offer

• $120,000 - 130,000
• Bonus (disc.)
• Additional benefits - incl. medical, dental, health etc.

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