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Director, Global Consolidations & Reporting Location:

Woburn, MA (Hybrid)

Duration:

6-Month Contract with Potential for Permanent Hire Position Overview Reporting directly to the VP/Corporate Controller, this role will lead the global consolidation, reporting, audit, and financial reporting processes across a multinational organization. This is a highly visible position requiring a hands-on accounting leader who can both assess and improve current consolidation and reporting processes while actively participating in day-to-day accounting operations. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the global consolidation process across 22 legal entities, including the consolidation of primary operating entities and oversight of dormant entities. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial reporting activities. Prepare and analyze monthly variance, flux, and management reporting packages. Serve as the primary accounting lead for year-end external audit coordination and audit readiness. Review and enhance existing consolidation, reporting, and close processes, recommending best practices and process improvements. Partner closely with the VP/Corporate Controller and accounting leadership team on technical accounting and reporting matters. Support global accounting operations and assist with complex accounting transactions as needed. Provide guidance on consolidation structures, intercompany activity, eliminations, and reporting frameworks. Participate in SAP optimization initiatives and support the planned

SAP S/4HANA

transition. Required Qualifications CPA required.. 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience. Significant corporate accounting experience within a global, multinational organization. Strong hands-on experience managing global consolidations and financial reporting. Experience leading external audit processes and managing auditor relationships. Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and practical application of accounting principles. Strong Excel skills with experience preparing and managing consolidations outside of ERP systems. Ability to independently evaluate processes, identify improvements, and execute solutions. Proven willingness to be hands-on while providing strategic accounting leadership. Preferred Qualifications Medical device, life sciences, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industry experience. IFRS reporting knowledge and experience in multinational reporting environments. SAP ECC experience required;

SAP S/4HANA

consolidation experience strongly preferred. Exposure to technical accounting research and implementation. Experience reporting within private equity, foreign-owned, or multinational corporate structures. Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility over close and financial reporting functions.
• Active CPA designation is required.
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close in a complex, multi-entity environment.
• Strong background in financial reporting, consolidations, and financial statement audits.
• Hands-on experience with BlackLine and familiarity with enterprise accounting systems.
• Proven ability to oversee consolidations involving numerous legal entities.
• Prior experience in medical device or manufacturing industries is strongly preferred.

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