Lead the Accounts Payable team and transform Procure-to-Pay workflows through AI, automation, and stronger controls, improving accuracy, efficiency, and financial reporting as the business scales.
Director of General Accounting
π Description
- Lead accounts payable, payroll, cash management, and general ledger activities.
- Oversee month-end close and accurate financial reporting.
- Manage global banking relationships and corporate credit card programs.
- Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for executive leadership.
- Lead annual audits and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.
- Ensure GAAP, internal control, and corporate policy compliance; develop teams and improve processes and systems.
π οΈ Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
- Proven leadership experience managing accounting teams
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and analytical skills
β¨ Benefits
- Executive-level leadership role with direct visibility to senior management
- Opportunity to influence financial strategy and lead key operational initiatives
- Hybrid work schedule with a collaborative, team-oriented culture
- Competitive compensation up to $190,000 and comprehensive benefits package
Full job description
A growing organization is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to lead its operational accounting function and help drive financial excellence across the business. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and partnering with executive leadership to support strategic growth.
The Director of Accounting will oversee general accounting operations, financial reporting, payroll, banking, compliance, and month-end close activities while leading a team of accounting professionals. This role is instrumental in maintaining strong financial controls, supporting executive decision-making, and ensuring accurate, timely reporting across the organization.
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. GHJβs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clientβs needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.Key Responsibilities
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