Director of Accounting

DescriptionDIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTINGWe are currently looking for a Director of Accounting to join our team at Apollo (an Apex Water and Process Inc. company) in our St. Michael, MN, office! This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position offering a complete benefits package, including competitive compensation, PTO, 401K with a company match, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and all new full-time employees are eligible for benefits within 31 days or less! The Director of Accounting will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial future by leading a team of dedicated professionals, collaborating with cross-functional departments, and contributing to strategic decision-making at every level. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this is the role for you! Apply today and take the first step in working for a company where your contributions and career development truly matter!Job SummaryThe Director of Accounting will be responsible for the maintenance and administration of the general accounting systems, including upkeep of the general ledger, consolidation of financial records, and submission of accurate and timely data for financial reporting purposes. The individual in this role will also be responsible for supervising staff who perform accounting activities such as preparing and posting entries to the general ledger, preparing account reconciliations and performing month-end close responsibilities.Job DutiesPerform monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts and accrualsLead, develop, and manage staff to drive an accurate and efficient month-end closing process and other required activities of the finance teamDevelop, implement, and maintain policies and processes to ensure accurate financial statements and proper record-keepingConsolidate and report financial statements in compliance with US GAAPMake regular suggestions for improvements to accounting processes to operate more efficiently and work to standardize financial processes across multiple operating segmentsPerform monthly review of sales transactions to ensure prior allocations are performed as part of the Company's revenue recognition process (ASC 606 Revenue Recognition)Perform financial analysis as necessary and as requested, including special projects, requests for information from key business leaders, coordinating internal audits, etc.Coordinate team training and development effortsDelegate work appropriately to ensure deadlines are metEnsure that an orderly accounting filing system is maintainedPerform other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in AccountingTen (10) plus years of progressively responsible finance experience for a mid-sized to large company or a division of a large corporationTwo (2) plus years of management experienceProficiency with MS Office toolsFamiliarity with GAAP and financial reporting requirementsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAttentiveness to detailAbility to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, challenging environmentAbility and willingness to travel domestically up to 10% of the time to interact face-to-face with team members and attend Company meetings/trainingsPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree or higher in AccountingCertified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designationsExperience working for a multisite manufacturing company with multistate operationsExperience with ERP implementationsExperience with AcumaticaExperience with ASC 842 Lease AccountingExperience with mergers and acquisitions / integrationsExperience working with multiple finance and business systems including remote environmentsExperience with FP&AAbout Apex Water And Process Inc.Apex Water and Process Inc. (www.TeamApex.com) is a comprehensive provider of water and process solutions, as well as fabrication and industrial controls, for industrial and agricultural markets with enterprise-level partnership and customer service. As a vertically-integrated parent company to six outstanding regional brands, Apex is uniquely positioned to meet all our clients' fabrication, chemical, equipment, engineering and service needs efficiently and effectively. We are a fast-growing, dynamic company with a strong, supportive culture that offers many opportunities for career development and advancement, and we are always looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team to help us continue to strive for excellence as we provide valuable, innovative solutions for our customers!We strive to connect with our customers by living our values:Safety - We believe nothing is more important than our safety and the safety of those around us.Integrity - We do the right thing even when no one is looking.Excellence - We are committed to being the best at what we do.Caring - We care about our customers, each other, and the world we live in.Humility - We recognize the value of other ideas and the growth potential of oneself.An offer of employment at Apollo is subject to a pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.Apollo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.