Director, Accounting and Advisory

We are currently seeking a Director, Accounting & Advisory within the Financial Advisory and Technical Center of Excellence in McKesson’s Corporate segment.  This leadership role provides accounting oversight for several of McKesson’s most complex accounting areas and strategic initiatives. The Director will lead a team responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, providing technical accounting guidance, supporting business transformation initiatives and partnering with senior leaders to address complex accounting matters and business decisions.  

The role serves as the primary finance leader supporting Corporate leadership and oversight of results through presentation of financial results, and communication of key business risks and issues.  

In addition to strong technical accounting capabilities, this role requires a leader who demonstrates initiative, drives accountability, develops talent, embraces change and consistently delivers results while fostering a positive and collaborative culture.  

What You’ll Do 

• Technical Accounting & Close Leadership  

• Research complex accounting matters, develop technical accounting positions, and document conclusions in accordance with applicable accounting guidance.  

• Lead accounting oversight for complex areas such as captive insurance, equity investments, hedging, share-based compensation, restructuring, international accounting and other strategic transactions.  

• Ensure timely and accurate accounting conclusions, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting schedules while maintaining high standards of financial reporting quality and control.  

• Support forecasting and budgeting process by working with key stakeholders as well as provide counsel and insights into financial results, forecasts, and risks. 

• Business partnership & Advisory  

• Partner with Corporate FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, HR and business leadership on strategic initiatives and accounting implications.  

• Engage in various other ad-hoc projects or initiatives & work effectively in a high growth environment – including cross-functional team management roles. 

• Provide accounting guidance for acquisitions, restructurings, financing arrangements and other significant transactions.  

• Present accounting conclusions, risks and recommendations to senior executives. 

• Leadership and Transformation 

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of accounting professionals through recruiting, retention, coaching, performance management and succession planning.  

• Drive process improvements, standardization automation and scalability across accounting processes. 

• Build organizational capability through succession planning and talent development.  

• Governance, Controls & Risk Management 

• Maintain effective internal controls and support SOX compliance activities.  

• Identify and mitigate financial reporting risks while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.  

• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and reporting practices to enhance efficiency, scalability, and compliance.  

Minimum Requirements 

• 12 years of progressive accounting, finance, audit or advisory experience 

• 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and developing talent 

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related discipline  

• Experience leading complex accounting matters in a large public company or public accounting environment 

• Experience working in a complex matrixed organization  

Critical Skills  

• Strong technical accounting expertise and application of U.S. GAAP.  

• Demonstrated ability to influence executive leadership and drive alignment across a matrix organization.  

• Proven ability to lead organizational change and process transformation initiatives.  

• Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development capabilities.  

• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations and technical accounting documentation.  

• Ability to balance strategic leadership with operational execution. 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Big Four public accounting experience preferred.  

• Experience supporting technical accounting and SEC reporting matters.  

• Experience with complex corporate accounting areas such as equity, compensation, restructuring, investments, financing, or derivatives.  

• Experience leading process transformation and automation initiatives.  

• Experience with SAP, HFM, BlackLine and other financial reporting systems.  

• MBA or advanced degree preferred.