[Remote] Director Accounting Transformation & Governance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Director of Accounting Transformation & Governance. This role involves providing leadership to finance team members, managing optimization projects, and ensuring adherence to governance standards while driving performance through effective oversight and implementation of accounting principles.ResponsibilitiesAssess team/department workflows and policies to recommend or implement improvements in operating efficiencies and effectiveness; provide oversight to ensure effective implementationManage Optimization and Transformation Projects with in C&W Governance standards, including defined SLAs, KPIs, and performance tracking frameworksMonitor and track adherence to established governance standards, SLAs, and KPIs; review and approve financial transactions, reporting deliverables, and schedules to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal policies and performance expectationsDevelop direct reports through goal setting, conducting mid-year and year-end performance reviews and delivering timely and meaningful performance feedback, while maintaining quality results and performanceWork with leadership team to implement department goals and objectives, lead department projects and provide essential Client Accounting committee involvementDirect new business onboarding by coordinating with facility management and clients; set up bank accounts, accounting software, load prior balances or closing statementsAssist with pricing new business and preparing proposal responsesPerforms other related duties as required or requestedLeads/Assigns/Delegates tasks to Assistant Client Accounting Managers, Sr. Client Accountants, Client Accountants, Client Accounting Coordinators and/or InternsMay coordinate efforts of project team to complete work within project deadlinesProvides solutions to routine/complex problemsDirect reports may include Assistant Client Accounting Managers, Sr. Client Accountants, Client Accountants, Client Accounting Coordinators and/or InternsSkillsProvide leadership and supervision to transition finance team membersSupport transformation and other projects related to optimization of clientsApply sound judgment and discretion in applying accounting principles to day-to-day processesDrive performance through governance, service level agreements (SLAs), and key performance indicators (KPIs)Assess team/department workflows and policies to recommend or implement improvements in operating efficiencies and effectivenessProvide oversight to ensure effective implementationManage Optimization and Transformation Projects with in C&W Governance standardsMonitor and track adherence to established governance standards, SLAs, and KPIsReview and approve financial transactions, reporting deliverables, and schedules to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal policies and performance expectationsDevelop direct reports through goal setting, conducting mid-year and year-end performance reviews and delivering timely and meaningful performance feedbackMaintain quality results and performanceWork with leadership team to implement department goals and objectivesLead department projects and provide essential Client Accounting committee involvementDirect new business onboarding by coordinating with facility management and clientsSet up bank accounts, accounting software, load prior balances or closing statementsAssist with pricing new business and preparing proposal responsesPerform other related duties as required or requestedLead/Assign/Delegate tasks to Assistant Client Accounting Managers, Sr. Client Accountants, Client Accountants, Client Accounting Coordinators and/or InternsCoordinate efforts of project team to complete work within project deadlinesProvide solutions to routine/complex problemsBenefitsHealth, vision, and dental insuranceFlexible spending accountsHealth savings accountsRetirement savings plansLife, and disability insurance programsPaid and unpaid time away from workCompetitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreementsCompany OverviewCushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services. It was founded in 1917, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.cushmanwakefield.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCushman & Wakefield has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 3 in 2025, 6 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.