Associate Director -- International Controllership

Management Level:

89

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

SUMMARY:

This Corporate Accounting leadership position partners with the International CFO and Controller to oversee international business unit accounting processes, U.S. GAAP consolidation, reporting, controls, variance analysis, finance master data, and accounting policy. The role requires a seasoned finance and accounting professional with strong technical accounting and U.S. GAAP knowledge, and a solid understanding of controls. The ideal candidate brings expertise in SAP and other financial ERP systems, knowledge of manufacturing accounting, and a strong process-improvement mindset focused on standardization, automation, and value-driven solutions. Success in this role also requires strong leadership and prior people-management experience, the ability to lead cross-functional and cross-country projects, sound problem-solving and decision-making skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to finance and non-finance stakeholders. Other duties as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and international local regulatory requirements and ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and analysis.

• Develop and maintain U.S. GAAP reporting packages and accounting policies.

• Train international finance and accounting team members in accounting practices and policies.

• Oversee compliance with internal controls in the international business unit and ensure the integrity of financial data and processes.

• Lead efforts and projects to improve the efficiency of international accounting operations, including process standardization and automation.

• Define and implement standardized financial data structures, hierarchies, and reporting mechanisms to enhance accuracy and benchmarking capabilities.

• Drive governance and process standardization, ensuring data integrity, security, and consistency across International.

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating and integrating emerging finance technologies and best practices.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA, CMA and or MBA is a plus but not required.

• 8+ years of experience. International business and international business experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, analysis, and data visualization.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.

• Willingness to work flexible hours when required across different time zones.

• Travel: up to 1–2 international trips annually.

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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