Director of U.S. Accounting

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better . McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune , The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.  At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.  With us, you’ll find:   A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!   Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.   Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.   Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.    Job Description: The Director of Accounting provides strategic leadership for the firm’s U.S. accounting operations, financial reporting, general ledger integrity, and accounting governance. This role is responsible for developing and executing the accounting strategy, strengthening internal controls, driving process transformation, and ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting across the organization. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Develop and execute the firm’s accounting strategy to support organizational growth, operational excellence, and long-term business objectives Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and governance frameworks that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices Lead the evaluation and implementation of accounting standards, reporting requirements, and financial control enhancements Oversee the integrity of the firm’s general ledger and financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and transparency Partner with leadership to enhance financial reporting capabilities, analytics, and business performance insights Monitor key financial trends, performance indicators, and balance sheet activity to proactively identify risks and opportunities impacting the firm Lead cross-functional transformation projects involving accounting systems, reporting platforms, workflows, and data governance Champion continuous improvement initiatives that streamline accounting operations, strengthen controls, and improve service delivery Establish monitoring and reporting mechanisms to assess control performance and compliance with…