| Accounting Director Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Accounting Director. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Accounting Director along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Accounting Director is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Accounting Supervisor, Accounting Manager, Accounting Senior Manager, Managerial Accounting Manager, Cost Accounting Manager, Project Accounting Manager, Accounting Clerk IV, Accounting Supervisor, Sr., Accounting Clerk I |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Accounting Director |
| Directs the operations and policies of an accounting function. Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental, financial, and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Monitors and evaluates accounting systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Oversees overall monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting. Develops and directs accounting professionals and supports staff through subordinate managers. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. May require Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Typically reports to a head of accounting. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
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| Also referred to as: Accounting Operations Director, Director of General Accounting, Financial Accounting Director |
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| Similar Jobs: Accounting Supervisor, Accounting Manager, Accounting Senior Manager, Managerial Accounting Manager, Cost Accounting Manager, Project Accounting Manager, Accounting Clerk IV, Accounting Supervisor, Sr., Accounting Clerk I |
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| Level of Education: Accounting Director Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Accounting Director Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Accounting Director Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | |
