American Industrial Transport

Senior Director Of Accounting

American Industrial Transport • $120K — $150K *
St. Charles, MO 63301In-Person
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
  • Proficiency in large-scale ERP systems, particularly SAP S/4HANA.
  • Demonstrated success in leading process improvements and automation initiatives in accounting.
  • Experience in mentoring and developing diverse teams.
  • Strong expertise in US GAAP compliance and application.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of 10-15 accounting professionals, fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Establish and maintain effective internal control environments to prevent fraud and ensure compliance.
  • Enhance consistency in accounting practices through SOPs and process documentation oversight.
  • Serve as the functional owner for SAP S/4HANA, managing general ledger configuration and user access.
  • Analyze accounting processes, identifying and driving workflow improvements for efficiency.
  • Develop and track KPIs to assess the performance of accounting operations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence accounting practices across a major organization.
  • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
  • Leadership role with significant impact on team culture and operational success.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

This position is a senior leader within the Controllership organization, responsible for the integrity of core accounting operations across the company. This role drives financial close excellence, owns the accounting function's relationship with SAP S/4HANA, and leads a team of accounting professionals to continuously improve processes, controls, and scalability.

Job Duties
  • Leadership & Team Management:
    • Lead and mentor a team of approx. 10-15 accounting professionals.
    • Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of team members.
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, operational excellence, and accountability.
  • Accounting Process Oversight:
    • Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and reconciliation processes, ensuring accurate and timely execution.
    • Maintain an effective internal control environment to mitigate risks related to fraud and compliance, and ensure proper application of US GAAP accounting standards.
    • Drive consistency and standardization of accounting practices. Oversee the preparation and maintenance of related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other process documentation.
    • Support ad hoc projects and analysis, including audit requests as needed.
  • Serve as the accounting team's functional owner of the company's ERP system (SAP S/4HANA):
    • Establish and enforce best practices for general ledger configuration and maintenance.
    • Oversee user access governance and segregation of duties compliance.
    • Lead change management and end-user training for accounting-related system updates.
    • Partner with IT on system upgrades, patches, and implementation initiatives.
  • Process Improvement & Performance Metrics:
    • Analyze current processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvements and drive initiatives to streamline workflows, increase efficiency and scalability.
    • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of functional processes.
    • Collaborate closely with other departments (e.g., Shared Services, Operations, Corporate Finance, Tax, IT) to drive alignment through end-to-end processes and support overall business objectives.
    • Provide regular updates to senior leadership on the progress of process improvements, team performance, and financial operations.

Experience & Competencies
  • Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Experience with large-scale ERP systems. SAP S/4HANA experience preferred.
  • Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives and implementing automation within accounting functions.
  • Experience leading and developing diverse teams.
  • Skills & Competencies:
  • Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work cross functionally.
  • Strong understanding and ability to apply US GAAP.
  • Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field.
  • CPA designation preferred.


This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory, or environmental demands may be referenced to communicate the way this position traditionally is performed.

About American Industrial Transport

American Industrial Transport, Inc. is a transportation company that provides logistics and supply chain management services. The company offers transportation services for various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, food and beverage, healthcare, industrial, and retail. It provides a range of services, such as air freight, ocean freight, ground transportation, customs brokerage, warehousing, and distribution. The company operates in North America, Europe, Asia, and South America. American Industrial Transport, Inc. was founded in 1985 and is based in Los Angeles, California.
Learn more about American Industrial Transport
Size
2,500 employees
Industry
Transportation
Founded
1994
* Ladders Estimates

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