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About the Role
The Director of Accounting provides strategic leadership for the firm’s U.S. accounting operations, financial reporting, general ledger integrity, and accounting governance. This role is responsible for developing and executing the accounting strategy, strengthening internal controls, driving process transformation, and ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the firm’s accounting strategy to support organizational growth, operational excellence, and long-term business objectives
- Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and governance frameworks that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Lead the evaluation and implementation of accounting standards, reporting requirements, and financial control enhancements
- Oversee the integrity of the firm’s general ledger and financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and transparency
- Partner with leadership to enhance financial reporting capabilities, analytics, and business performance insights
- Monitor key financial trends, performance indicators, and balance sheet activity to proactively identify risks and opportunities impacting the firm
- Lead cross-functional transformation projects involving accounting systems, reporting platforms, workflows, and data governance
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives that streamline accounting operations, strengthen controls, and improve service delivery
- Establish monitoring and reporting mechanisms to assess control performance and compliance with firm policies
Requirements
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
- Advanced knowledge of statistical analysis concepts, frameworks, and principles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management and organizational skills
Location
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- At least ten (10) years of related work experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- CPA and/or MBA preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $203,000 - $288,000
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Discretionary bonus
About the Company
- McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals.
- We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others.
- We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
- At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead.
- That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
- A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
- Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
- Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
- Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Equal Opportunity
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.