Job Description

Scope of Position:

To promote the success of Expeditors by directing the Company's financial affairs, within a framework of prudent and effective controls, which enable risk to be assessed and managed through focus on Finances, Operations, People, Customers, Systems, Culture and Compliance in adherence to the company's policy and procedures.

This is a senior leadership position for a seasoned finance professional to lead a large function within a Fortune 500 multinational organization.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Lead and own all internal and external reporting, including SEC reporting and US GAAP compliance
• Lead and own all technical accounting, including global accounting policies
• Lead a large team (hundreds of professionals) across the globe in support of our the mission
• Be the point person and lead the relationship with KPMG, our external auditors
• Participate meaningfully in preparing and leading relevant conversations with the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
• Own and oversee all tax and regulatory compliance issues including the preparation and submission of information to statutory authorities for Payroll, VAT and various indirect taxes.
• Lead and oversee management's assessment of internal control over financial reporting in accordance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act
• Be a strategic partner to the executive team, the CFO and business operators around the globe
• Develop the team and bench within the department to create enhanced capabilities to allow for internal promotions and provide adequate backfill capabilities for all positions
• Lead and develop a highly performing global team, with a high level of morale and sense of purpose
• Serve as a senior business leader to help the organization achieve its goals
• Own and develop / evolve the systems and tools within Finance to support a large and growing Fortune 500 company
• Lead and own the stock administration function
• Proactively lead and promote the company’s 10 cultural attributes such that they are embodied within your organization: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed by the CFO, CEO or executive team

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• Big 4 Experience
• CPA (can be inactive status)
• 12+ years of qualified experience
• Strong leadership experience

Desired Qualifications

• 15-20 years experience in finance / accounting
• Technically proficient in US GAAP
• Experience leading large, multi-function teams in a global company
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong communication skills
• Broader finance experience (eg. Treasury, IR, FP&A, Tax, Corporate Finance, etc.)

Additional Information

Expected base salary: $100,000

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Eligible for bonus
• Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
• Holidays (10)
• Flexible Days (2)
• Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Commuter Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement

Location

This position is on-site at our Global Headquarters office in Bellevue, WA.

• 3545 Factoria Blvd SE, Bellevue, WA 98006

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.