The Accounting Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the organization's accounting and financial reporting functions across multiple business entities. This position is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company's financial operations through effective financial management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and accurate financial reporting.
Working closely with the Chief Administrative Officer and executive leadership, the Accounting Director oversees the full accounting cycle while providing financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting support, and strategic recommendations that contribute to informed decision-making and long-term organizational success.
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Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
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Oversee monthend and yearend closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
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Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that promote financial integrity and regulatory compliance.
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Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), tax regulations, and all applicable federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements.
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Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and executive summaries.
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Partner with executive leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and organizational growth initiatives.
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Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, capital expenditures, and financial performance across multiple business entities.
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Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, financial reviews, and relationships with external auditors, financial institutions, and tax professionals.
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Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and financial sustainability.
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Develop financial reporting tools, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support executive decisionmaking.
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Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure accurate payroll processing, compensation reporting, and benefits accounting.
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Support acquisitions, organizational growth initiatives, and implementation of financial systems and process improvements.
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Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Maintain confidentiality of financial records, executive information, and proprietary business data.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Provides leadership and supervision for accounting personnel, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general accounting functions. Responsible for staffing recommendations, coaching, employee development, performance management, succession planning, and departmental leadership in partnership with Human Resources.
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. Comparable experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for formal education.
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Seven (7) or more years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.
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Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and financial analysis.
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Experience managing the complete accounting cycle within a multientity or complex business environment.
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Demonstrated experience leading accounting teams and developing financial processes.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problemsolving skills.
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Excellent written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
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Proficiency with accounting software, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting applications.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality while exercising sound financial judgment.
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
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Experience supporting manufacturing, renewable energy, industrial operations, or multicompany organizations.
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Experience with ERP implementations, financial system conversions, or organizational growth initiatives.
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Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
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Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
This position is performed primarily in a professional office environment with regular interaction throughout company operations and occasional visits to operational facilities. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, financial analysis, meetings, and presentations.
Occasional travel between company locations may be required. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when entering designated operational areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Deep Blue Outsourcing is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to revise, amend, or modify this description at any time based on business needs. Nothing in this document constitutes or implies a contract of employment.
Deep Blue Outsourcing provides operational, administrative, and business support services across multiple companies within our growing organization, including 20th State Energy. 20th State Energy is a fast-growing industrial and operations-focused company committed to safety, accountability, innovation, and operational excellence. As the company continues to grow, we are looking for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate well, take initiative, and want to grow alongside the organization. Employees have the opportunity to make a direct impact while helping build processes, improve systems, and support day-to-day operations as part of a collaborative and team-focused environment.
