Accounting Lead

HD Supply • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Directs complex accounting activities, including month-end close and financial reporting, to ensure accuracy and integrity. Mentors and develops accounting personnel to foster a high-performing team environment. Drives the implementation of new accounting standards and process improvements to support departmental and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline.
• Generally 8+ years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 5+ years of experience in a related field.
• Certification is required in some areas.
• Displays the highest level of critical thinking and analysis in bringing successful resolution to high-impact, complex, and/or cross-departmental problems.
• Makes prompt, sound decisions when faced with complex and often contradictory alternatives that result in successful outcomes.
• Operates with considerable latitude.
• Situations may have little or no precedent requiring original or new concepts or approaches without guidance from others.
• Reaches decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
• Develops or engages/directs others in developing innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and operating problems; cross-departmental considerations are often present.

Nice To Haves

• Master degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with experience in public accounting.
• Previous experience in a leadership, supervisory, or mentorshiop role.

Responsibilities

• Leads month-end and year-end closing processes by performing complex reconciliations and insightful variance analysis.
• Oversees the work of senior and staff accountants, providing guidance and ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Drives the implementation of new accounting standards and spearheads departmental process improvements.
• Acts as a primary point of contact for external auditors and manages the preparation of audit deliverables.
• Mentors and develops accounting staff through targeted coaching and ongoing professional guidance.
• Manages high-impact special projects, including system implementations and merger and acquisition accounting.
• Supports the Accounting Manager with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level