Director Of Accounting And Reporting

APi Group is a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. APi provides statutorily mandated and other contracted services to a strong base of long-standing customers across industries. We are driven by entrepreneurial business leaders to deliver innovative solutions for our customers. As our presence across the globe increases, we are striving to become the #1 people-first company in the world.

At APi Group, our purpose is clear:We Build Great Leaders. We believe that everyone at APi is a Leader, and we provide leadership development programs across our businesses to facilitate growth. Our distinct leadership development culture creates an empowered, entrepreneurial atmosphere where our leaders can grow, thrive, and belong.

We are currently seeking a Director of Accounting and Reportingwho will be a leader in the Group accounting department of APi. The primary responsibility of this role is to partner with APi’s Head of Sustainability to develop and implement ESG reporting processes for enacted and upcoming regulatory standards. Additionally, the role will be responsible for various technical accounting research and policy development, with a focus on derivatives and hedging activities, complex debt arrangements, and adoption of new accounting pronouncements. Finally, the role will be responsible for partnering with the Chief Accounting Officer to deploy best in class control design across the organization and ensure effective operation. The individual in this role will interact with colleagues across multiple functions within APi Group’s organization such as FP&A, Tax, Treasury, IA, and business unit controllers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

ESG Reporting (50%):

• Develop and implement ESG reporting processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and federal, state and local regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant data and metrics for accurate ESG reporting.
• Stay abreast of evolving ESG trends and requirements, integrating them into the company’s reporting framework.

Technical Accounting (20%):

• Lead technical accounting activities, including research, interpretation, and application of new accounting standards.
• Partner with the Treasury department to review new hedging arrangements, author related memos, and ensure derivative portfolio is accurate disclosed within financial statements.
• Play a key role in M&A activities, including financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration.

SOX Coordination (30%):

• Manage SOX reporting requirements, ensuring internal controls are effectively designed and operating.
• Continuously assess the design of controls, identifying potential efficiencies at operating companies which will allow for simpler design.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 10 or more years of relevant experience
• CPA designation required.
• Experience in ESG reporting and a solid understanding of sustainability principles.
• In-depth knowledge of technical accounting principles, SOX compliance, hedging strategies, and M&A activities.
• Experience with consolidation software, such as OneStream or Hyperion a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across various departments.

Competencies and Skills:

• Collaborates with Others
• Shows Independence
• Thinks Systematically
• Focuses on Results
• Solves Problems
• Thinks Systematically

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to both the financial and sustainable success of APi Group. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for ESG initiatives and technical accounting, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team

Benefits and Compensation:

This role will be eligible for hybrid work flexibility based out of our New Brighton office. The pay range is $145,000 - $218,000, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for annual bonus, long-term incentives, and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• Access to corporate fitness center
• Wellness Program
• 401K with employer match
• Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Generous paid time off
• Leadership Flex - hybrid work environment
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.