Senior Director, Corporate Accounting

Job Posting Start Date 08-31-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-31-2026Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job SummaryFlex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, which we’re calling SpinCo, until the name is unveiled. The spin is planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support SpinCo, which will focus on critical digital infrastructure, delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.We are seeking to hire a Senior Director, Corporate Accounting to support the VP, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer by leading the head-officeaccounting and payroll accounting groups for newly spun-off public company.What a typical day looks like:Own and drive the month-end accounting close process for Corporate entities enabling accurate and efficiently reported financial results within tight deadlines for a large global and publicly traded manufacturer.Manage treasury, deferred compensation, corporate aircraft and legal accrual accounting.Lead U.S. payroll, benefits, and workers’ compensation accounting, and budgeting.Manage forecast and cash flow cycles for Corporate accounting business unit.Act as primary contact for external and internal audits of Corporate accounting and take primary responsibility for SOX compliance for Corporate & U.S payroll.Establish and maintain relationships with regional accounting, FP&A, GBS, legal, tax and other corporate functions and support M&A activity, corporate reorganizations and other projects.Lead and develop the Corporate & Payroll accounting teams.Own vendor relationship in conjunction with payroll manager for outsourced U.S. payroll provider.Maintain up-to-date policies and procedure documentation.Note: The above list of responsibilities reflects essential functions for this role and does not prescribe or restrict the number or types of tasks that may be assigned or reassigned during the conduct of business.The experience we are looking to add to our team:BA/BS in Accounting and Certified Public AccountantTrack record of 10+ years of progressive experience in management positions Ideally in head-office and payroll accounting at a public traded companyComprehensive understanding of financial and management accounting and reporting under US GAAP and SEC requirements.Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.Strong knowledge of US GAAP and its application are essential.Ability to proactively and productively collaborate with executive management, Audit Committee, outside legal counsel, valuation experts, external auditors, and various departments within the company.Strong leader that drives execution and builds the necessary capability to succeed; initiates action and commits to achieving business outcomes by taking accountability for goals.Strong business acumen, financial skills, and analytical abilities.Strong project management skills, ability to drive multiple projects forward concurrently, effectively leverages resources to drive results and ability to create excellent and sustainable processes.SS26CA47What you'll receive for the great work you provide:Full range of medical, dental, and vision plansLife InsuranceShort-term and Long-term DisabilityMatching 401(k) ContributionsVacation and Paid Sick TimeTuition ReimbursementJob CategoryFinanceFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).SummaryLocation: USA, TX, AustinType: Full time