Director, US GAAP & Technical Accounting

Overview

We’re partnering with a top-tier global private equity firm that's seeking a Director, US GAAP & Technical Accounting. This highly visible role sits within the corporate accounting organization and is responsible for overseeing global financial reporting, consolidations, and technical accounting initiatives across a complex international footprint. The ideal candidate brings both the strategic mindset and the hands-on leadership needed to drive accuracy, efficiency, and process improvement at scale. This is an opportunity to join one of the most respected names in private equity; a firm known for its long-term investment philosophy, strong culture, and commitment to developing exceptional finance leaders. What You’ll Own

• Lead global US GAAP financial reporting, consolidations, and accounting policy development
• Oversee a high-performing team responsible for close and reporting activities across multiple international entities
• Manage complex accounting areas including consolidations (VIEs), acquisitions, and technical accounting assessments
• Drive automation and process enhancements across Workday and related financial systems
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, and Fund Accounting to ensure accuracy and alignment across global reporting
• Coordinate annual audits and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting

Qualifications

• Progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, ideally a mix of Big 4 and corporate
• Deep technical accounting and consolidation expertise under US GAAP
• Experience managing global entities and working in a complex, multinational environment
• Hands-on systems knowledge: Workday strongly preferred
• CPA required; advanced degree or IFRS exposure a plus
• Exceptional communication skills and leadership presence

Compensation

• Strong base salary, 60% annual bonus, carried interest participation, profit sharing, and 100% employer-paid healthcare with industry-leading retirement benefits.
• Skills
• Accounting
• U.S. GAAP Reporting
• Technical Accounting
• Big Four Accounting Firms
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Systems
• Financial Consolidation
• International Financial Reporting Standards

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