16 Oct
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Compass Corporate
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London
16 Oct
Compass Corporate
London
The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $150,000. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be entitled to other elements of total compensation, which may include group advantages, employer RRSP contributions, and discretionary bonus or incentive programs, where applicable to the role.
Further details regarding our total rewards program will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.
The Director, Operations Accounting is a key leadership role within the Accounting function, reporting to the Senior Director, Accounting. This role is responsible for providing oversight of operational accounting across multiple sectors, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and adherence to internal controls and company policies. Working in close partnership with Operations, this role ensures that accounting processes support the business while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy, control, and compliance.
Play a key leadership role within the Accounting function supporting a large, complex business Opportunity to shape and strengthen accounting processes and controls at scale Work closely with senior Finance leadership in a high-impact role Be part of a collaborative team committed to excellence and continuous improvement Now, if you were to come on board as our Director, Operations Accounting we’d ask you to do the following for us: Lead, coach, and develop a team of Sector Controllers, Controllers,
and Accountants across multiple business sectors Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and internal control requirements across all assigned sectors Oversee balance sheet integrity, including detailed review of reconciliations and resolution of issues Act as the key Accounting partner to Operations and Clients (where required), supporting issue resolution while maintaining appropriate financial governance Support internal, external, and client audit processes and respond to audit inquiries effectively Lead the accounting onboarding of current business Identify and implement opportunities to leverage automation and AI-enabled solutions to streamline accounting processes, enhance controls, and improve reporting efficiency Drive consistency and standardization of accounting processes across sectors Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls, efficiency, and scalability Ensure teams operate in alignment with company policies and financial governance standards Think you have what it takes to be our Director, Operations Accounting ? Progressive leadership experience in accounting or controllership roles within a complex, multi-entity environment Strong expertise in financial reporting, controls, and compliance Experience managing teams and developing accounting professionals Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Advanced Excel and financial systems experience (JD Edwards is an asset) Strong controllership mindset with a focus on risk management, controls, and financial accuracy Experience operating within a decentralized, multi-site business environment Curious and adaptable mindset with an interest in leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, to improve accounting and finance processes Credibility and leadership presence to influence across Finance and Operations
📌 Director, Operations Accounting (London)
🏢 Compass Corporate
📍 London