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Director of Accounting

ASC Engineered Solutions

Job Location:

Oak Brook, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 190000 - 230000

Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ASC Engineered Solutions is seeking a Director of Accounting who will direct and oversee the organizations corporate accounting function which includes general accounting consolidation rebate accounting external reporting areas and establish and implement strategies reconciling accounts reporting financial results and implementing process improvements.

How You Will Help

Lead and oversee all corporate accounting functions including general ledger general accounting technical accounting company consolidation and rebate accounting.
Manage and continuously improve the monthly quarterly and annual close processes to ensure accurate timely financial reporting.
Own the consolidation process including elimination entries foreign currency translation and integration of international entities.
Direct the preparation of external financial statements and footnotes in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Establish implement and maintain accounting policies ensuring alignment with GAAP and evolving regulatory requirements. Monitor emerging accounting standards assess business impact and lead adoption and implementation.
Oversee technical accounting research and documentation including development of white papers on complex or unusual transactions.
Ensure strong internal controls and compliance; work with external auditors to support efficient audit processes.
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
Partner cross-functionally to analyze financial results identify key drivers and provide insight to executive leadership.
Support M&A activities including post-close integration and purchase accounting in collaboration with valuation teams.
Direct and implement accounting policy development and communication.
Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency accuracy and scalability of accounting operations.
Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on accounting matters financial risks and policy implications.
Build develop and lead a high-performing accounting organization including managing managers succession planning and talent development.
Lead or contribute to ad hoc projects including business analysis and evaluation of significant transactions.
The duties listed above are representative of the position and are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

What You Will Bring

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibility.
Proven experience managing and developing teams including leading through subordinate managers.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Demonstrated experience with financial close processes consolidation of international results general ledger management and corporate accounting operations.
Experience working with external auditors and leading audit engagements.
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive initiatives across the organization.
Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a private equityowned or high-growth environment.
Background in manufacturing distribution or similarly complex operational environments.
Experience with financial consolidations including multinational entities and foreign currency.
Prior involvement in mergers and acquisitions including post-close integration and purchase accounting.
Demonstrated success in driving process improvements and implementing scalable accounting practices.
Experience with technical accounting research and preparing formal documentation (e.g. white
papers).
Proven ability to lead organizational change and influence without direct authority.
Experience supporting budgeting forecasting and financial planning processes.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $190000.00 - $230000.00 USD annually*.

*The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this role. ASC Engineered Solutions philosophy on compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individuals education training work experience job-related skill set location and industry knowledge as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations.

Required Experience:

Director

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