Director Accounting, Shared Services (Hybrid)

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Position Summary:
Reporting to the Sr. Director, Accounting, the Director, Accounting Shared Services will be a key member of the global accounting team, responsible for managing and developing, a high functioning team responsible for the day-to-day operations of Illumina's global shared services. In this high-profile leadership position, you will lead team members to complete accounting and reporting activities.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Lead accounting team responsible for accounting shared service center including but not limited to aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, T&E, Commissions, Stock Admin and Payroll
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures and followed in practice
• Design, implement and maintain accounting and financial reporting controls to ensure high levels of compliance with local regulations across multiple regions
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure shared services initiatives contribute to long-term organizational growth and operational efficiency
• Recruit top talent and mentor team members, helping them reach their peak potential; foster a culture of continuous improvement complete with benchmarks for measuring successful performance
• Identify, evaluate, and lead automation initiatives to streamline processes, reduce manual work, and improve accuracy and efficiency, including but not limited to using such as robotic process automation (RPA) or machine learning tools
• Build strong relationships with regional controllers, finance teams, and other cross-functional partners to ensure alignment on global accounting processes, policies, and operational goals
• Facilitate cross-departmental communication and knowledge-sharing to drive consistency and best practices in accounting operations globally.
• Oversee budgeting and follow-on discipline to ensure spending is kept under control
• Drive recommendations for growth strategy for Accounting Shared Services, including system and operational processes
• Identify automation opportunities to reduce manual effort that makes the process more efficient
• Establish service level agreements and key performance indicators to measure the productivity and quality of service of the accounting shared service center
• Analyze data and feedback to identify opportunities to enhance performance, improve processes and save costs
• Develop and implement strategies to improve the overall efficiency and customer satisfaction of the shared service function.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• CPA and Big 4 Public Accounting experience preferred
• Minimum of 15 years progressively responsible accounting and finance experience, including 8 years in a management capacity
• Life science and manufacturing industries accounting experience a plus.
• Experience in transitioning processes from western locations to a shared service center, and in harmonizing processes
• Strong ability to interpret and apply accounting requirements to real-life issues at hand.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaborate to meet deadlines.
• Ability to receive assignments in the form of objectives and determine how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
• Ability to work on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. He/she will also have the ability to follow processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Ability to frequently interact with subordinates and functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between other functional areas, and lead a cooperative effort among members of a project team.
• Demonstrated ability in interacting with all levels of management effectively.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and mentor staff.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Experience with using SAP is preferred

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The estimated base salary range for the Director Accounting, Shared Services (Hybrid) role based in the United States of America is: $167,200 - $250,800. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.