Director of Accounting

We are looking for an accomplished accounting leader to oversee global accounting operations and strengthen financial governance across the organization. This role is based Just north of Minneapolis/St. Paul and will guide reporting accuracy, policy consistency, and process excellence across multiple regions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in controllership, manufacturing finance, and audit leadership, along with the ability to build strong partnerships across finance, operations, and executive leadership.

Responsibilities:

Guide the corporate accounting function while fostering alignment with international teams and promoting a culture centered on accountability, clarity, and continuous progress. Establish and enhance a worldwide internal control structure that supports compliance, protects company assets, and reduces financial risk across all entities. Direct the development, governance, and application of accounting policies covering U.S. standards, international requirements, and local statutory obligations. Lead external audit activities and strengthen internal audit practices by driving timely issue resolution, accurate documentation, and adherence to control expectations. Oversee consolidated financial reporting and ensure management and statutory reports are delivered accurately, clearly, and within required deadlines across global operations. Partner with operations and supply chain leaders to improve standard costing practices, inventory valuation, margin analysis, and visibility into manufacturing cost drivers. Provide financial insight that supports pricing decisions, capital allocation, productivity initiatives, and broader business performance improvement efforts. Evaluate and improve finance systems, reporting tools, and automation capabilities to increase scalability, shorten close timelines, and improve reporting quality. Advance efficient shared services practices across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and related transactional processes while promoting standardization. Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership by translating financial data into actionable recommendations that support profitable growth and operational excellence.th 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility within complex or multi-entity organizations. Certified Public Accountant designation required. Strong background in month-end close, consolidated financial statements, and global financial reporting. Experience leading financial statement audits, including coordination with external auditors and support for internal control compliance. Deep knowledge of cost accounting within manufacturing environments, including standard costing and inventory valuation. Proficiency with SAP, BlackLine, and financial reporting or close management systems. Demonstrated success in public accounting, corporate accounting, or a combination of both. Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders across global teams and senior leadership groups. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .