Director, Financial Reporting

Hybrid – Atlanta. Leads external reporting and technical accounting; supports strategic transactions and M&A purchase accounting; scales processes; coach’s teams; and partners with auditors and legal counsel in a global, multi ERP environment.

Job Purpose:

Our Director of Financial Reporting is responsible for leading the Company’s external reporting and technical Accounting functions. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role serves as a key leader in supporting strategic transactions, managing purchase accounting for an active M&A pipeline, and building scalable financial reporting processes. The position is critical to addressing the complexities of a global organization operating across multiple ERP systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Company policies.
• Oversee the preparation of quarterly and annual external financial reporting, including financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A for investors and lenders; ensure completion of GAAP disclosure checklists.
• Direct the purchase accounting process in accordance with ASC 805 for all acquisitions.
• Oversee the annual goodwill impairment assessment in accordance with ASC 350.
• Research, document, and implement technical accounting guidance; draft accounting memos and policies as needed.
• Monitor emerging accounting standards and lead the adoption and implementation of new guidance.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to the accounting team; establish clear expectations and foster a high-performance, accountable culture.
• Develop and manage the external reporting calendar, coordinate deliverables with external auditors, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders.
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and Operations to ensure accurate financial reporting, support strategic initiatives (including M&A and integrations), and maintain a strong internal control environment.
• Support IPO readiness initiatives, including process, documentation, and control enhancements.

Work Experience:

• 5-10 years of related experience of successful supervisory/management experience required to motivate and develop direct reports, as well as size up new talent.

• 5-10 years of related job experience.

• Experienced in providing leadership to others regarding work related systems, processes, and challenges.

• Experienced in strategic management and leadership across company functions directing substantial resources over long time frames.

• Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives.

• Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timescales within the overall policy framework.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong customer service skills (friendly, courteous and helpful).

• Strong planning and organization skills are required.

Education:

• Master's Degree Preferred - Accounting

• Bachelor's Degree - Accounting

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Corporate

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits, 401k, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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