POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Accounting is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This role leads the accounting team, drives process improvements, and partners closely with executive leadership to support strategic financial objectives.
MAJOR DUTIES:
1. Financial Reporting & Close Process
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements (GAAP-compliant)
- Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses
- Coordinate audits and serve as primary liaison with external auditors
2. Accounting Operations Management
- Lead day-to-day accounting functions including:
- General ledger
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Fixed assets
- Payroll accounting
- Ensure strong internal controls and adherence to company policies
3. Compliance & Controls
- Maintain compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulations
- Design, implement, and monitor internal control frameworks
- Support tax compliance and coordination with external tax advisors
4. Leadership & Team Development
- Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team
- Establish performance expectations and professional development plans
- Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
5. Process Improvement & Systems
- Identify and implement efficiencies in accounting processes
- Partner with IT and finance leadership on ERP and system improvements
- Support automation and scalability initiatives
6. Strategic Partnership
- Collaborate with the CFO and executive team on financial strategy
- Provide insights into financial performance and trends
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA strongly preferred)
- 8+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in leadership
- Experience managing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
Skills & Competencies
- Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- High level of confidentiality and ethical standards
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong collaboration across departments
Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
