Director - Accounting Operations - Northeast Shared Services : Job Details

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$124,848.00/yr - $208,080.00/yr

SUMMARY

The Director of Accounting Projects will lead and oversee accounting-related initiatives supporting two growing multi-billion-dollar businesses, Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops. This role is responsible for managing large-scale accounting projects, optimizing financial processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and enhancing operational efficiency across both businesses. Has deep accounting expertise, project management skills, and a strategic mindset to drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and internal controls, financial reporting, systems implementation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Location can be based in Schenectady or Buffalo, NY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management & Strategic Initiatives

• Lead and manage accounting-related projects, including process improvements, system implementations, and compliance initiatives across both Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops.
• Develop and execute project roadmaps, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements within the shared services finance function.
• Collaborate with IT and finance teams to optimize ERP and financial reporting systems.
• Drive standardization of accounting policies, procedures, and controls across both businesses.

Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between all areas of the business to ensure seamless project execution.
• Partner with leadership teams of both grocery chains to align accounting initiatives with broader business strategies.
• Lead change management efforts related to accounting processes, ensuring smooth adoption by stakeholders.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Implement necessary adjustments to maintain compliance with corporate regulatory changes.
• Enhance internal controls and risk mitigation strategies across financial operations.
• Work closely with auditors and regulatory bodies to facilitate audits and ensure financial transparency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Expertise in financial systems, ERP platforms, and process automation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience in Agile or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• CPA, CMA, or PMP certification.
• Experience in the retail or grocery industry.
• Familiarity with large-scale financial transformation initiatives.
• Proven experience managing accounting projects within a shared services environment.

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