About Us
Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We've grown every year since, and today we're proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.
Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI's concierge approach to help them solve what's next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees - all 7,000 of them. If you join our team, you'll enjoy:
Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.
Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.
Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.
World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive - in our offices or yours.
Job Summary
The Associate Director - Accounting is responsible for leading end-to-end accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information across the US business. This role oversees all aspects of the financial close process, directs internal reporting delivery, maintains a strong control environment, and partners across Finance and Operations to support informed decision-making.
The Associate Director is accountable for producing high-quality outputs, implementing process improvements, and elevating the effectiveness of the accounting function.
Role Description
The Associate Director - Accounting leads core accounting operations, financial reporting, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Accounting Operations
Lead daily accounting activities, including general ledger (GL) oversight, reconciliations, accruals, and sub-ledger integrity.
Manage all aspects of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close to deliver timely, accurate financial results.
Review, approve, and validate journal entries, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Maintain a documented internal control framework and ensure GAAP compliance.
Coordinate audit requests and partner with external auditors.
Key Outputs & Deliverables
Month-end close, including:
Review of account reconciliations
Review of journal entry summaries and supporting documentation
Close variance analysis and commentary
Quarterly Balance Sheet Review Deck with risk assessments, reconciliation status, and material variances.
Updates to accounting policies and procedure documentation.
Internal control testing results and remediation action plans.
Close calendar and standardized operational checklists.
Internal Financial Reporting
Lead preparation of monthly internal reporting packages for senior leadership.
Analyze and interpret financial results and deliver meaningful insights.
Standardize reporting processes, templates, and KPI dashboards.
Improve data accuracy and enhance visibility into operational performance.
Key Outputs & Deliverables
Monthly internal reporting package (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), including:
Variance explanations (actuals vs. prior year)
Trend analyses (run rates, cost behavior, margin performance, etc.)
KPI dashboards and operational metrics
Commentary for executive consumption
Reporting SOPs and standardized templates across Finance.
Monthly flux analysis for internal and external audit support.
Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and mentor a team of accountants.
Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders, including FP&A, Payroll, Finance Operations, Procurement, IT, and Operations.
Provide accounting guidance and support business initiatives.
Key Outputs & Deliverables
Team development plans, including performance goals, competency assessments, and training plans.
Cross-functional alignment documentation, including process maps and ownership matrices.
Monthly collaboration checkpoints with Finance partners to ensure accuracy of end-to-end processes.
Process & Systems Improvement
Identify and lead automation, standardization, and optimization of accounting processes.
Drive system enhancements within ERP and reporting tools.
Strengthen process discipline and scalability.
Key Outputs & Deliverables
Documented process improvements, including before-and-after workflows and expected efficiencies.
Automation initiatives with measurable time savings (e.g., BlackLine automation, Excel macros, BI dashboards).
ERP/system enhancement requirements, UAT results, and rollout training.
Standard operating procedures (SOPs) across accounting cycles.
Operational KPIs such as close cycle time, reconciliation completion rates, data quality metrics, and control effectiveness.
Skill Level Requirements
Strong knowledge and application of GAAP and internal control frameworks
Advanced analytical and financial data interpretation skills
Ability to work with and analyze large datasets
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
Strong leadership, team development, and mentoring capabilities
Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong process improvement and automation mindset
Other Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA Certification
8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated leadership in financial close and internal reporting
Public accounting background is a plus
Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop, motivate, and mentor a team
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred)
BlackLine experience is a plus
Preferred
Experience designing dashboards or automated reporting using Power BI, Workiva, Tableau, or similar tools
Industry experience in technology or other operationally complex environments
Experience with process automation, continuous improvement methodologies, or finance system transformations
Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Experience with enterprise ERP systems and adaptability to new platforms.
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The estimated annual pay range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 which includes a base salary and bonus The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.
Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status
Constantly growing in response to the needs of our customers in all sectors and verticals, SHI has transformed itself from a $1 million "software-only" regional reseller into a $8.5 billion global provider of information technology products and services. Dynamic, scalable, innovative solutions delivered with world-class customer support have made SHI the complete IT hardware, software and professional services solution provider it is today.
Under the guidance of our current ownership for nearly 30 years, SHI has never been faced with a merger or acquisition that could distract us from supporting our customers. Remaining focused on the job at hand has allowed us to forge long-term relationships with the clients and OEM partners who remain our most loyal and ardent supporters. The most important metric by which success can be measured - the rate at which we retain our customers - is 99%, ranking SHI among the highest in our industry or any other!