Global Accounting Director

As a Global Accounting Director at Horizons, your main responsibilities include leading the migration from Xero to NetSuite, overseeing financial operations internationally, and managing intercompany transactions. You will also ensure compliance with international accounting standards and streamline financial processes.

To succeed as a Global Accounting Director at Horizons, candidates need to have over 7 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting, along with proven success in managing NetSuite migrations, preferably from Xero. A CPA certification and expertise in EOR services or fintech are highly preferred.

Horizons is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. As a Global Accounting Director, you will work with a global team that values different backgrounds and perspectives, ensuring that our workplace reflects the diverse clientele we serve.

Key skills for a Global Accounting Director include exceptional project management, strong communication abilities, and a solid grasp of international accounting compliance. You should also be adept at process improvement and the standardization of financial policies across various jurisdictions.

As a Global Accounting Director at Horizons, you will have numerous growth opportunities. Given our rapid expansion, employees are encouraged to develop and take on new challenges, allowing for professional advancement and career development.

When discussing your experience with NetSuite migrations, be specific about your roles in previous projects, mention the challenges you faced, and explain how you overcame them. Highlight measurable outcomes that showcase your impact on efficiency and data integrity.

To ensure compliance with international accounting standards, I regularly stay updated with any changes and collaborate closely with audit teams. Sharing examples of your processes for policy enforcement shows your proactive approach to compliance.

When managing intercompany transactions, I utilize robust reconciliation techniques and define clear policies for pricing. Explaining a past situation where these strategies effectively resolved issues will illustrate your capabilities.

I handle conflicts between different financial systems by formulating a detailed transition plan that includes stakeholder consultations. Providing an example of a successful resolution adds credibility to your skills.

Discuss a specific instance where you identified an inefficiency, proposed a solution, and successfully implemented improvements. Include metrics to illustrate the positive impact of these changes.

I prioritize tasks by assessing their urgency and impact on strategic goals. Using tools like project management apps helps keep track of deadlines efficiently, ensuring that I remain organized.

Communication is critical in managing a global accounting team as it ensures alignment on goals and fosters collaboration. Discuss methods you use to maintain open lines of communication across teams and geographies.

I’ve faced challenges like varying local regulations and cultural differences. By conducting thorough research and engaging local experts, I’ve successfully navigated these obstacles.

To approach financial forecasting in a dynamic setting, I rely on historical data and market analysis, while remaining flexible enough to adjust predictions based on real-time insights.

I am passionate about Horizons' mission of empowering businesses globally, and I believe my skills in financial strategy and compliance will significantly contribute to that mission. Tailoring your answer with personal motivations can strengthen your position.