Director, Accounting Services (262566-759)

Join our team and transform your career with the company that's at the center of advertising innovation! Use your talents and skills to produce best in class advertising and marketing solutions for our clients. We look forward to hearing about how this position and your talents can come together to build on our mutual success. DescriptionSummary: This position reports to the VP Controller and Compliance Officer and is responsible for the day-to-day management of our Accounting Services Department. Responsibilities include direction of and accountability for the General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Fixed Assets Departments. Additional responsibilities include coordination of company audits, providing support and reporting for corporate borrowings, gathering and reporting of restructuring activities, and supporting management requests. The Assistant Controller will also be critical in the preparation and documentation of the Company's polices and procedures, performing accounting research, assisting in the standardization of all the company policies and procedures and assisting in due diligence activities. Essential Job Duties Provide continual direction and support for the General Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Assets functions. Direct the department managers in monthly closing activities. Prepare periodic schedules to support financial statements and other internal/external requirements. Serve as a liaison for external, internal, and lender audits. Play substantive role in attaining quality internal and external accounting deliverables. Evaluate and monitor the adequacy of corrective actions taken to improve control deficiencies. Draft, issue and assist in the implementation of company polices and procedures. Advise field management regarding accounting policies and practices. Prepare special reports/analyses for management. Identify and assist in documenting existing controls, policies & procedures to support SOX. Supervise and lead 3 Managers  (directly) and 17 Staff members (indirectly).Required Skills CPA with Degree in Accounting or Finance Superior accounting skills Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication and management skills Ability to work under deadlines, prioritize workloads, and adapt to changing priorities Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point Ability to work effectively with all levels, both inside and outside of the organization Candidate must be a team player, willing to take responsibility for additional projects Required Experience Minimum of 10 years progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or management roleAt Vertis, we provide our employees the opportunity to learn and grow within the organization while offering a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), basic life insurance and AD&D, vacation, paid holidays, and much more. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class. EOE M/F/D/V