<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an accomplished accounting leader to guide global accounting operations for one of our clients on an interim basis. This contract position calls for a strategic, detail-oriented individual who can manage complex close activities, strengthen compliance, and lead a distributed team in a fast-paced public-company environment. The role will work closely with finance and business partners to improve reporting quality, reinforce controls, and drive scalable accounting processes across international operations.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Lead and develop a global accounting organization of more than 20 team members, creating clear priorities, strong accountability, and consistent execution across domestic and international teams.</p><p>• Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure timely financial reporting, accurate results, and adherence to GAAP and company policies.</p><p>• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and regional finance leaders to align accounting operations with broader business objectives and improve cross-functional workflows.</p><p>• Oversee technical accounting matters, support financial statement preparation, and address complex reporting issues within a public-company setting.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks, including SOX compliance activities, and coordinate effectively with internal and external audit teams.</p><p>• Use enterprise platforms such as SAP, Workday, and BlackLine to improve process efficiency, strengthen reporting accuracy, and expand automation opportunities.</p><p>• Contribute to accounting system implementations, upgrades, or integration efforts that support operational consistency and scalable global processes.</p><p>• Monitor accounting policies and operational practices across global entities to promote compliance, standardization, and high-quality execution.</p><p>• Provide leadership on continuous improvement initiatives that simplify close procedures, reduce risk, and strengthen overall accounting performance.</p>