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Key Responsibilities:The Director Accounting and Transformation is a role which requires technical accounting competence while demonstrating a continuous improvement mentality. This position leads all aspects of staff-performed key contributions towards the monthly close process and preparation of consolidated financial statements and internal reporting packages (BS/IS/CFS) as well as other activities such as:
- Oversee month-end/quarter-end close business processes and related reporting
- Manage the team to ensure accurate and reliable financial data is presented in SEC filings and internally published financial statements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Financial Planning, Corporate Accounting, Loyalty, Lease Accounting, Investor Relations, and others to ensure accurate and timely accounting mentorship is provided to the business
- Drive improvement initiatives across Controllership leadership through partnership engagement, providing technical accounting expertise
- Ensure efficient integrations and standard process data governance procedures while working closely with project team(s)
- Support and develop team members in the organization, including identification of opportunities for process improvements and upskilling on the latest technologies
- Work closely with Controllership leaders to understand and document process/data flow designs to memorialize improvement opportunities and establish a baseline for future training/onboarding materials
QualificationsRequired- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems
- Certified Public Accountant
- 10+ years of related experience inclusive of 7+ years of experience in a financial leadership role within a large, multinational company
- 3+ years of a successful track record leading and developing teams, particularly in times of significant change, is critical
- Strong understanding of technical accounting rules, accounting processes and key internal controls
- A highly motivated individual with strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills
- Self-confidence with ability to collaborate with and develop consensus among multiple constituencies at varying levels
- Demonstrated ability to translate critical initiatives into tactical implementation plans
Preferred- Masters of Business Administration
- Experience in airline or similar industry
- Strong understanding of data and Artificial Intelligence, including the people, data, processes, and technology needed to make financial reporting a strong and sustainable capability
The base pay range for this role is $155,895.00 to $212,410.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
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