Federal Express Corporation
Staff Director Financial Reporting
Federal Express Corporation, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544
Essential Functions
Responsible for the quality, accuracy, and integrity of FedEx’s consolidated financial statements and oversight of internal and external financial and regulatory reporting.
Lead the delivery of the company’s monthly, quarterly, and annual close, consolidation, and reporting processes in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and adapt reporting processes to evolving business and regulatory requirements.
Initiate and lead enterprise-level projects supporting the company’s strategic priorities, including finance transformation, system enhancements, and structural change.
Conduct and oversee accounting research and provide authoritative guidance on complex technical accounting matters and the application of corporate accounting policies.
Maintain and enhance comprehensive process documentation, policies, and controls to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of financial reporting.
Serve as a trusted business partner, providing financial statement analysis, insights, and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
Provide leadership for accounting and reporting initiatives, including new accounting standard adoption, acquisitions and divestitures, financial due diligence, and carve‑out or integration activities.
Oversee accounting for material legal entity and inter‑company transactions across domestic and international subsidiaries in close collaboration with Tax, Treasury, Legal, and regional accounting teams.
Act as a key liaison with external auditors, ensuring high‑quality audits, effective issue resolution, and strong governance outcomes.
Support the Corporate Controller in governance and Audit Committee responsibilities, delivering clear, executive‑level analysis to enhance decision‑making.
Lead, develop, and retain a high‑performing global financial reporting organization, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
Position reports to the Vice President and Corporate Controller.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Deep expertise in financial reporting, accounting principles, SEC reporting, and Sarbanes–Oxley compliance within a complex public company environment.
Experience in a multinational public company and/or a Big 4 accounting firm strongly preferred.
Proven leader with the ability to influence, develop talent, and drive results in a matrixed, global organization.
Strong executive communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear, actionable insights.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, lead large‑scale initiatives, and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
Continuous improvement mindset, with experience driving efficiency, standardization, and change across financial reporting and consolidation processes.
Customer‑ and stakeholder‑focused approach, building trusted relationships with senior leaders, auditors, and cross‑functional partners.
CPA strongly preferred; experience with Oracle financial systems is a plus.
Highly analytical and detail‑oriented, with sound judgment and attention to quality.
Minimum Education Bachelor’s Degree/equivalent in accounting or finance.
Minimum Experience Eight (8) years experience in accounting and financial reporting. Extensive background in accounting and financial reporting, including extensive knowledge of SEC reporting requirements.
Job Conditions Some travel required.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong leadership and management skills, excellent verbal and written communications skills, extensive project management and organizational skills as well as strong collaboration skills.
Highly analytical and detail‑oriented with experience working in a fast‑paced large multi‑national corporate environment.
Pay Transparency Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Additional Details Relocation assistance may be available based upon business needs.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement FedEx Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability. FedEx Corporation does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. Further, FedEx Corporation is prepared to make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the desired position, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
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Responsible for the quality, accuracy, and integrity of FedEx’s consolidated financial statements and oversight of internal and external financial and regulatory reporting.
Lead the delivery of the company’s monthly, quarterly, and annual close, consolidation, and reporting processes in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and adapt reporting processes to evolving business and regulatory requirements.
Initiate and lead enterprise-level projects supporting the company’s strategic priorities, including finance transformation, system enhancements, and structural change.
Conduct and oversee accounting research and provide authoritative guidance on complex technical accounting matters and the application of corporate accounting policies.
Maintain and enhance comprehensive process documentation, policies, and controls to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of financial reporting.
Serve as a trusted business partner, providing financial statement analysis, insights, and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
Provide leadership for accounting and reporting initiatives, including new accounting standard adoption, acquisitions and divestitures, financial due diligence, and carve‑out or integration activities.
Oversee accounting for material legal entity and inter‑company transactions across domestic and international subsidiaries in close collaboration with Tax, Treasury, Legal, and regional accounting teams.
Act as a key liaison with external auditors, ensuring high‑quality audits, effective issue resolution, and strong governance outcomes.
Support the Corporate Controller in governance and Audit Committee responsibilities, delivering clear, executive‑level analysis to enhance decision‑making.
Lead, develop, and retain a high‑performing global financial reporting organization, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
Position reports to the Vice President and Corporate Controller.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Deep expertise in financial reporting, accounting principles, SEC reporting, and Sarbanes–Oxley compliance within a complex public company environment.
Experience in a multinational public company and/or a Big 4 accounting firm strongly preferred.
Proven leader with the ability to influence, develop talent, and drive results in a matrixed, global organization.
Strong executive communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear, actionable insights.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, lead large‑scale initiatives, and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
Continuous improvement mindset, with experience driving efficiency, standardization, and change across financial reporting and consolidation processes.
Customer‑ and stakeholder‑focused approach, building trusted relationships with senior leaders, auditors, and cross‑functional partners.
CPA strongly preferred; experience with Oracle financial systems is a plus.
Highly analytical and detail‑oriented, with sound judgment and attention to quality.
Minimum Education Bachelor’s Degree/equivalent in accounting or finance.
Minimum Experience Eight (8) years experience in accounting and financial reporting. Extensive background in accounting and financial reporting, including extensive knowledge of SEC reporting requirements.
Job Conditions Some travel required.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong leadership and management skills, excellent verbal and written communications skills, extensive project management and organizational skills as well as strong collaboration skills.
Highly analytical and detail‑oriented with experience working in a fast‑paced large multi‑national corporate environment.
Pay Transparency Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Additional Details Relocation assistance may be available based upon business needs.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement FedEx Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability. FedEx Corporation does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. Further, FedEx Corporation is prepared to make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the desired position, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
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