Director of Corporate Accounting

Location:Costa Mesa, CA

Industry: Confidential

TwentyThree North is seeking an experienced Director of Corporate Accounting for a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). This role will lead key accounting operations, financial reporting, and the monthly close process, with responsibility for international consolidations, management reporting, and the development of accounting processes and internal controls.

The ideal candidate brings public company experience, a strong technical accounting foundation, and prior experience with a Big Four or national accounting firm. This individual will work closely with the Controller and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting, improve accounting processes, and support the company's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial results.
• Oversee international consolidations, including foreign subsidiary reporting, intercompany eliminations, and foreign currency translation.
• Prepare and deliver management reporting packages, financial analyses, and key performance metrics for senior leadership.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Support quarterly and annual external reporting requirements and coordinate with external auditors.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the corporate accounting team, overseeing day-to-day operations, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring accountability for deliverables.
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Partner with finance and operational teams to analyze financial results, investigate variances, and communicate key findings to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to streamline close activities, improve reporting efficiency, and strengthen accounting processes.
• Support technical accounting research, the implementation of new accounting standards, and other special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with a Big Four or national accounting firm.
• Public company experience required; familiarity with SEC reporting requirements preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience leading monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Experience with international consolidations, intercompany accounting, and foreign currency translation.
• Experience preparing management reporting packages and presenting financial results to senior leadership.
• Experience managing, mentoring, and developing accounting professionals.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP; experience supporting ERP implementations, upgrades, or process improvements is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.