Associate Director, Accounting

About the role

The Associate Director of Accounting oversees accounting operations across our North Carolina region, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP/IFRS and company policies. This role partners with our global leadership and cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, support strategic decision-making, ensure our house-in-order, and lead a high-performing accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple sites within the region
• Maintains and strengthens internal controls; ensures compliance with GAAP/IFRS, SOX/J-SOX (if applicable), tax, and corporate policies
• Owns financial master data integrity and accounting system utilization; supports system enhancement and increased usage of digital tools
• Owns revenue recognition transactions, cash conversion cycle improvements and balance sheet reconciliations
• Governs fixed asset accounting, including capitalization processes, project accounting, impairments and asset verifications
• Ensures compliance with government grant filing and reporting requirements
• Supports tax filings and audits
• Continuously monitors financial performance against targets, identifies risks and opportunities, and recommends corrective actions
• Prepares input for monthly site reports and presentations; communicates insights to leadership, as needed
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to support business goals and financial controls
• Drives change management, process improvements and standardization across locations, implementing best practices in accounting operations
• Administers company policies such as time off, shift work, and inclement weather that directly impact employees
• Completes required administrative tasks (e.g. timecard approvals, time off approvals, expense reports etc.)
• Counsels and guides direct reports to foster professional development
• Participates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talent, as needed
• Addresses performance gaps, employee questions and concerns, and partners with HR as needed for resolution
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 9+ years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 11+ years of experience
• 4+ years of people management/leadership experience
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel
• Proven leadership managing teams and cross-functional stakeholders

Preferred Requirements

• 8+ years of people management & leadership experience
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry or CDMO environment

Knowledge and Skills

• Solid knowledge of US GAAP (and/or IFRS), internal controls, and audit practices
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proven performer who is motivated, focused, passionate and inspires confidence in employees and with senior management
• Financial rigor and attention to detail
• Champions a strong internal control environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to coach, lead, and develop individual contributors

Basic Requirement / Certifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 9+ years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 11+ years of experience
• 4+ years of people management/leadership experience
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel
• Proven leadership managing teams and cross-functional stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with the option of a Health Savings Account with company contributions
• Industry leading 401(k) savings plan
• Insurance coverage
• Employee assistance programs
• Variety of wellness incentives
• Paid vacation time, sick time, and company holidays

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (FDBN_PNC@fujifilm.com).