Head of Finance & Accounting

Arlington, TX, United States

At Ramboll you have the opportunity to develop yourself professionally and expand your skills in an open, collegial and supportive working atmosphere. Our goal is to shape a sustainable future with exciting projects. With our innovative approaches and the use of new, digital technologies, we set standards and are able to work flexibly and independently of location. Become part of a global company that has grown successfully since it was founded in 1945. Together we develop sustainable solutions for societies, companies and people worldwide.

ALL IN ON SUSTAINABILITY - Ramboll's strategy for 2022-2025 reinforces our commitment to a sustainable future. Our goal is to drive sustainable change for customers, stakeholders and society and to become a global leader in the green energy transition.

Become part of our accounting department

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Accounting, Americas. As the Head of department, you will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping the growth journey within the Ramboll Americas. This role is accountable for group reporting, statutory compliance, accounting operations and financial controlling of BS. This role requires a leader who can think strategically but stay on top of tactical matters. The role will be part of the Global F&A leadership team and located in Arlington, VA.

Key responsibilities:

1. Accounting operations oversight:

Lead the preparation of accurate and timely group financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Manage the end-to-end statutory and tax reporting process, liaising with external auditors to facilitate smooth audits and adherence to reporting deadlines

Supervise daily accounting tasks, including meticulous oversight of accounts payable processes, travel expense management, and credit control

Spearhead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy in financial statements and a seamless transition for subsequent reporting periods.

Implement robust internal controls to safeguard financial integrity and contribute to the continual enhancement of financial operations efficiency

2. Transformation management:

Drive process improvements within accounting operations, fostering standardization and efficiency gains

Oversee the implementation of advanced process controls to minimize risks and enhance the reliability of financial data

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement technological solutions that optimize financial processes

Proactively engage with the larger Ramboll group to align on best practices, ensuring a cohesive and streamlined approach to accounting operations

Spearhead risk management initiatives, identifying potential areas of vulnerability and implementing proactive measures

3. Mergers and acquisitions:

Conduct/support due diligence exercises, providing comprehensive financial analysis and risk assessments to support strategic decision-making

Lead accounting post-merger integration workstream to ensure a seamless assimilation of financial systems, processes, and reporting structures

Oversee purchase accounting activities, ensuring accurate valuation and accounting treatment of acquired entities

Collaborate with legal and operational teams to address financial aspects of mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

4. People leadership:

Provide visionary leadership to the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

Develop and implement talent management strategies, ensuring the team is equipped with the necessary skills to meet evolving business needs

Champion a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing

Facilitate professional development opportunities for team members, nurturing a high-performance culture

Act as a liaison between the team and senior management, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication of departmental goals

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications:

Qualified CPA with a minimum of 12 to 15 years of relevant experience

Proven experience in managing mergers and acquisitions

Demonstrated leadership in managing accounting teams

Expertise in process and project management

Skills:

Strong soft skills for effective team collaboration

Result-oriented with a focus on achieving strategic goals

Action-oriented with the ability to drive change and improvement

Comfort with ambiguity and adaptability to evolving scenarios

Strategic thinking for optimized financial processes

Welcome to our support organization

Ramboll's support organization plays an important role in the company's strategic direction. In the accounting, human resources, IT, legal, communication and facility management departments, we develop and initiate strategies, processes and products that are important for the development of the company, employees and customers.

Your application

Apply online. Include your resume, cover letter, and relevant documentation that shows why you're the right person for the position and when you could start.

We are looking forward to your application!

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength, and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment t0 our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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