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Director, Financial Reporting

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  2. Full-time

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We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."

Job Title

Director, Financial Reporting

Job Code

200780

Region / Function

North America / Finance

Location

Remote

Reports To

VP, NA Accounting

Key Relationships

Accounting Teams

FP&A Teams

Business Intelligence Team

Global Teams 

Job Summary

 

The Director of Financial Reporting will oversee the reporting and compliance functions of the North America accounting team. They will establish and implement accounting policies and standards under both IFRS and US GAAP. In addition, they will ensure the accurate reporting of month-end results to our Parent Company in the UK for consolidation purposes.

Key Performance Indicators 

  • Timely and accurate submission of reporting packages

  • Successful collaboration with external audit for timely delivery of audit, including statutory audits

  • Oversee analysis of nuanced technical accounting issues aligning RTX scenarios with relevant accounting guidance

  • Create relationship with departments across the organization; provide support through detailed analysis and analytics

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

 

The Director of Financial Reporting will:

  • Direct and oversee the financial reporting process, including the submission of Monthly Management Reporting to Group Management in the U.K.

  • Manage the preparation of technical research and evaluation of accounting positions & conventions

  • Partner closely with FP&A and Group to ensure accurate reporting of North America results

  • Complete statement of cash flows and related analysis 

  • Partner with M&A on new acquisitions, including the valuation of acquired assets and assumed liabilities 

  • Meet regularly with Internal Audit on status of operational and SOX audits. Work with colleagues to establish remediation plans and conclude on deficiencies. Challenge to improve existing controls

  • Cross collaborate with FP&A business partners for development of accurate forecast and analysis

  • Implement automated solutions to streamline and standardize process and procedures

  • Lead accounting for significant or judgemental areas, along with Corporate Accounting

  • Direct annual audit and liaison with external auditors

  • Maintain relationship with Tax Department to ensure timely reporting and control execution

  • Develop, manage, and coach team members 

  • Enhance control environment with a focus on a risk-based approach

  • Identify & implement areas of efficiency, automation and acceleration for close process

  • Ensure full review of balance sheet reconciliations and prepare detailed analytical analysis for executive management

  • Evaluate the process and procedures used by team; identify opportunities for process improvement and greater efficiency, and serve as an advocate for change including automated solutions

  • Work collaboratively across departments with leaders, including Global and North American Executive Leadership members 

  • Apply deep knowledge of GAAP, IFRS and statutory accounting principles to address complex accounting challenges and ensure accurate financial reporting

  • Research, analyze, and provide insights on emerging accounting standards and regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and appropriate accounting treatments

  • Perform ad hoc and all other duties as assigned


 

CANDIDATE SUMMARY

Required Experience

  • 13+ years of experience in progressive financial / accounting roles within moderately to complex corporate structure

  • 5+ in management position

  • Experience with multi-unit organization

Required Leadership Traits and Characteristics

  • Proven ability to develop strong working relationships with leaders and act as a partner on all financial related decisions

  • Thrive in a fast paced and changing environment while maintaining focus on delivering repeatable, reliable solutions with flawless execution and superior customer service

  • Ability to work independently, setting own priorities and objectives with leadership support

  • Skilled at focusing on desired results, determining what is important and urgent, identifying next steps, and effectively meeting deadlines and achieving desired results

  • Ability to maintain highly confidential information

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

 

Formal Education, Qualifications or Training

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field or equivalent relevant experience - Required 

  • Masters in finance, accounting or related field - Preferred

  • CPA - Required

Why Choose Us?

A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.

Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.


Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes: 

Professional and Personal Growth

  • Multiple avenues to grow your career

  • Training and development programs available

  • Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)


Health and Wellness

  • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more

  • Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1


Savings and Retirement

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions 

 
Work-Life Balance

  • Vacation days & sick days

  • Company-paid holidays & floating holidays

  • A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility


We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.  Is that you?
 

This company is a Drug Free workplace.

Our companies are proud to be Affirmative Action (AA) and Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE) inclusive of veterans and those with disabilities.
 

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