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Director of Accounting

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Hybrid
Valencia, CA, USA
150K-200K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Valencia, CA, USA
150K-200K Annually
Senior level
Leads Arvato North America’s accounting operations, including general ledger, financial close, reporting, payroll, indirect tax, internal controls, audits, and treasury payment coordination. Partners with Finance and business functions on budgeting, forecasting, compliance, process improvements, and system implementations. Manages accounting policies, audit readiness, and the development of a high-performing accounting team across a multi-entity logistics organization.
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Company Description

Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive, and Publisher industries.

You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment, and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Job Description

The Director of Accounting reports to the CFO and is responsible for leading all accounting functions for Arvato North America, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial records and reporting. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, payroll, indirect tax, and insurance, while partnering closely with other Finance and Business functions. The director of Accounting also collaborates with the central treasury team to manage payments.

YOUR TASKS

  • Lead and manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal accounting policies, and corporate reporting requirements
  • Oversee payroll and indirect tax
  • Oversee preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules
  • Partner with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures to ensure audit readiness and compliance
  • Serve as the primary accounting point of contact for internal and external audits; coordinate audit requests and remediation of findings
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including performance management, succession planning, and talent development
  • Support system implementations, process improvements, and automation initiatives to drive efficiency and accuracy
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Tax, Legal, HR, and Corporate Finance to support business initiatives
  • Oversee the preparation of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement
  • Any additional tasks that may arise to ensure an efficient, compliant, and goal-oriented work environment

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
  • Previously held overall responsibility for yearly close and audits
  • Expert knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting requirements
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with experience building high-performing teams
  • Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across all levels of the organization
  • Previous experience in a multi-entity, corporate, manufacturing, logistics, or service-based environment preferred
  • CPA strongly preferred
  • Work location: This position will be located in one of the following locations:  Valencia, CA / Louisville, KY / Boston, MA / Miami, FL

Additional Information

  • Base salary range: $150,000 - $200,000.
    This range represents the expected base salary compensation before bonus for this role across multiple geographic locations. Compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s geographic location, skills, and experience.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
  • 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
  • Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Employee engagement activities. 

 

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We strive to be an equitable and inclusive workplace for our employees and value their diverse perspectives, which contribute to the diversity of our company. Therefore, we welcome applications from people who enrich our company with their identity, background and personal experience. We want to keep the application process as simple as possible for you: focus on a meaningful resume; we do not require an elaborate cover letter. Please know that we can only accept your application through our online application portal.

Learn more about our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Accommodation Information here.

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