Director of Corporate Accounting and System Transformation

Director of Corporate Accounting & System Transformation Now recruiting on behalf of an Atlanta-based company undergoing transformation as it is growing (organically and through acquisition) and preparing for a future IPO. We are seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting & Transformation to lead global accounting operations while driving the implementation of SAP S/4HANA. The company offers a competitive compensation/benefits package, excellent leadership team, hybrid flexibility and the opportunity to be in an impactful, meaningful role.

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this Director will oversee global accounting (General ledger, month end close, reporting) and serve as the SAP Finance owner—bridging current systems to a future‑state S/4HANA environment. Key responsibilities include:

Lead SAP S/4HANA Finance implementation (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, etc.)

Manage global accounting operations, close process, and financial reporting

Ensure US GAAP compliance, SOX readiness, and IPO preparation

Drive automation, process improvements, and financial systems optimization

Partner cross‑functionally and lead a high‑performing team

The right candidate for this Director will have:

CPA designation

9‑11+ years of accounting experience—both corporate accounting and public accounting (Big 4 / global firm audit)

Experience in multi‑ERP environments and corporate accounting

Expertise using and implementing SAP, as well as experience leading finance transformation initiatives

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX

Strong leadership experience

Preference given to those with IPO readiness or public company experience

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