Description My client is a global real estate organization based in northern Virginia. This role will service their US entity as they are headquartered overseas. They are looking to replace their Director of Accounting who is moving on after several years with the firm. This role involves overseeing the financial operations, managing a team of 5, and being a strategic player on the organization's leadership team. Key Responsibilities: + Leadership & Team Management: + Oversee and manage the Finance Team and Compliance Team to ensure efficient and smooth operations. + Financial Reporting & Analysis: + Deliver precise financial reports and analysis in a timely manner for senior management and key stakeholders. + Budgeting & Forecasting: + Develop and supervise the annual budget, ensuring alignment with U.S. and global financial strategies while maintaining adherence to organizational goals. + Compliance & Governance: + Maintain strict adherence to global finance policies, regulations, and governance requirements, ensuring proactive risk management. + Cash & Bank Operations: + Manage all bank accounts, including maintaining signatory authority to ensure proper controls are in place. + Performance Monitoring: + Develop and maintain financial performance dashboards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure business success. + Strategic Investment & Business Partnering: + Analyze and present business cases for strategic investment proposals, working closely with senior leadership on growth opportunities. + Collaborate internally and externally on Mergers & Acquisitions (M& A) activities. + Systems & Process Leadership: + Oversee the implementation of the ERP system as the primary finance change owner. + Payroll Management: + Coordinate with the People Operations Team to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with regulations. + Tax & Audit Management: + Manage financial statement reviews and lead the coordination for the preparation of income tax returns. + Leverage auditing expertise to ensure the business adheres to established accounting practices. Requirements Key Qualifications: + Extensive knowledge and experience in Accounting Software Systems. + Strong expertise in all accounting functions, including managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). + Substantial experience in Auditing and overseeing Budget Processes. Preferred Background: + Proven experience at the senior level in a global organization. + Demonstrated ability to lead finance teams, manage compliance, and integrate financial systems effectively. All interested candidates please respond to Ty Smith via LinkedIn. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .