🕒 3 days ago
The Head of Finance partners with executive leadership to guide financial strategy, planning, reporting, governance, and capital allocation while building a high-performing finance team to support business growth.
Director of Finance
🕒 3 days ago
Accounting OperationsFull-cycle AccountingMonth-end CloseFinancial Reporting
📜 Description
- Lead, coach, and develop the accounting and finance team.
- Oversee full-cycle accounting operations, month-end close, and timely financial reporting.
- Lead and support the annual audit process.
- Evaluate accounting processes, systems, and workflows; strengthen controls and infrastructure.
- Partner with business leaders and global finance leadership on operational and strategic initiatives.
- Assess departmental needs and help shape the future finance and accounting function.
🛠️ Requirements
- Active CPA required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Full job description
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
We are partnering with a fast-growing, global organization seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead its Atlanta-based accounting and finance function.
This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who can balance strategic leadership with strong technical accounting expertise. The Director of Finance will oversee accounting operations, lead and develop the local finance team, strengthen processes and controls, and partner closely with senior leadership as the organization continues to grow.
The ideal candidate will be a strong people leader who is comfortable operating in a dynamic environment and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and get into the details when needed.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and develop the accounting and finance team
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Oversee full-cycle accounting operations and the month-end close process
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Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
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Provide leadership and support throughout the annual audit process
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Evaluate accounting processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement
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Strengthen processes and infrastructure to support continued organizational growth
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Assess departmental needs and help develop the future structure of the finance and accounting function
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Provide oversight across key accounting activities and operational finance matters
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Partner cross-functionally with business leaders and other departments
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Collaborate proactively with finance leadership across a global organization
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Coach, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members
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Support additional strategic finance and accounting initiatives as needed
Qualifications
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Active CPA required
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
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