Vice President Accounting & Financial Control Americas - #1398265

Overview

VP Accounting and Financial Control Americas - Savannah, US

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced VP, Accounting and Financial Control to join our global team. As VP Accounting and Financial Control Americas, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and strategic financial oversight across our Americas region. This is an outstanding opportunity to leverage your extensive accounting and financial control expertise within a world-class organization at the forefront of the global logistics industry.

You will have the platform to make a significant impact, working closely with our regional and global leadership to enhance financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and unlock new opportunities for growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

As the VP Accounting and Financial Control, you’ll work closely with the global team of Accounting and Financial Control reporting to the SVP, Global Accounting & Financial Control supporting the Americas region.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Accurate and timely financial reporting to the group in accordance with group accounting policies (IFRS) and maintain adequate internal control of financial reporting (ICFR) in the group entities in the region.
• Ensure compliance with group internal control and accounting principles and policies
• Manage competence, skills, and resource allocation within the regional A&FC functions
• Oversee that local entities are submitting statutory financial reports and tax returns on time and with high quality
• Oversee Value Added Tax/Goods and Services Tax as well as similar reporting and compliance for group entities in the region
• Manage the invoicing for the logistics business in the region and drive continuous improvement of days sales outstanding (DSO), accounts receivable, and working capital
• Collaborate with business managers and other functions as well as business performance teams to drive change and continuous improvement
  
  

Qualifications

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant, or similar qualification is a requirement
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, including substantial experience in relevant roles from global listed companies that report in accordance with IFRS.
• 7-10 years’ experience managing the employee lifecycle including interviewing, hiring, performance management, promotions, development, terminations, moves.
• Very strong knowledge of IFRS, accounting, and financial control
• Strong understanding of financial systems, automation, and process improvement
• Demonstrated record of success in leading and inspiring a strong team across businesses, focused on capability building of employees and the business
  
  

With a proven track record of success in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, you will bring the strategic vision, technical acumen, and collaborative mindset required to excel in this critical role. If you are ready to apply your talents to transform financial operations and drive sustainable value, we encourage you to apply today.

About Us

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is an iconic shipping and logistics company with premium end-to-end supply chain management. Our vision is to empower people and markets through a sustainable flow of goods and services.

We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 8200 people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers, and offices in nearly 45 countries. When added up, the effort of our global workforce keeps the world moving.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. We recognize that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is central to our business outcomes because it touches every part of our operations and strategy. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities. 

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