• Lead and own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely global reporting under US GAAP. • Oversee and approve account reconciliations, journal entries, consolidation adjustments, and accounting schedules prepared by the team. • Manage global consolidations across multiple international entities, including intercompany transactions and eliminations. • Prepare and review higher‑level corporate journal entries, balance sheet schedules, and management reporting support. • Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Procurement to ensure completeness and accuracy across all subledgers. • Lead external audit and tax processes, including preparation of support and direct engagement with auditors and tax advisors. • Maintain, strengthen, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across all entities. • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes, automate workflows, and improve efficiency within the close cycle. • Mentor, coach, and develop accounting team members, supporting a culture of growth, accountability, and excellence. • Collaborate cross‑functionally with global department leaders to support initiatives, process improvements, and system enhancements. • Execute on special projects, including system implementations, integration of new entities, and financial readiness for PE‑backed scaling requirements.