Director of Technical Accounting

Director of Technical Accounting
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Location: Fort Lauderdale, FLWork Arrangement: On-siteEmployment Type: Full-TimePosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee enterprise-wide financial reporting, multi-entity consolidations, and complex accounting matters. This individual will play a key role in strengthening financial reporting processes, supporting executive decision-making, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal control standards.Working closely with the Chief Accounting Officer and cross-functional leadership, the Director will manage consolidated reporting, evaluate complex transactions, support acquisition-related accounting, and deliver financial information to ownership groups and lending partners. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands-on approach to process improvement and team development.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Consolidations: Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles across multiple legal entities, ensuring accurate consolidated financial statements, intercompany eliminations, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.Accounting Systems & Close Management: Oversee consolidation structures, entity configurations, account mappings, and reporting workflows within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance or a comparable ERP platform. Coordinate close deadlines and improve the accuracy and efficiency of reporting processes.Technical Accounting: Research and resolve complex accounting questions under U.S. GAAP. Assess contracts, leases, financing agreements, and significant business transactions to determine appropriate accounting treatment.Acquisitions & Corporate Transactions: Direct accounting activities associated with acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including purchase accounting, opening balance sheets, goodwill, intangible assets, and amortization schedules.Ownership & Lender Reporting: Prepare financial packages and supporting analyses for ownership stakeholders. Assist with lender deliverables, covenant calculations, compliance certificates, and related disclosures.Internal Controls & Audit Coordination: Maintain and enhance financial reporting controls and SOX documentation. Partner with internal and external auditors on annual audits, control testing, and technical accounting reviews.Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Accounting leadership to align financial results, resolve reporting discrepancies, and support business planning.Process Improvement & Leadership: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting operations, strengthen controls, improve systems, and provide technical guidance to accounting team members.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.At least six years of progressive experience in corporate accounting, financial reporting, technical accounting, or consolidations.Strong command of U.S. GAAP and the ability to independently research and document accounting conclusions.Demonstrated experience with multi-entity consolidations and intercompany accounting.Knowledge of SOX requirements, internal control frameworks, and external audit processes.Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance or a similar ERP system with consolidation capabilities.Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyze complex financial information.Preferred BackgroundActive CPA license or designation.Experience in public accounting with a national or regional firm.Background in a private equity-backed, sponsor-owned, or infrastructure-focused organization.Exposure to capital-intensive industries such as telecommunications, utilities, fiber, or infrastructure.Experience with acquisition accounting, business combinations, and complex corporate structures.Familiarity with lender reporting and debt covenant compliance. xzbcwsv BenefitsThe position offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with company matching; paid vacation and sick leave; holidays; parental leave; volunteer time; employee referral incentives; and additional employee discounts and perks.