Director of Accounting

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Director of Accounting for a growing client. The Director will be responsible for overseeing month/quarter/year close, financial reporting, A/R & invoicing operations, external audit management, internal controls, and lead an ERP transformation.ResponsibilitiesDirect the end-to-end accounting function, including billing activities, receivables management, cash application, and issue resolution related to customer accounts.Own responsibility for accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close cycles.Review and approve journal entries, ledger activity, and supporting account documentation.Ensure balance sheet accounts are reconciled consistently and discrepancies are resolved promptly.Maintain integrity of accounting records and confirm adherence to professional accounting standards.Review financial performance results, assess fluctuations, and communicate meaningful insights to senior leadership.Assess existing accounting workflows and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.Provide oversight and support for payment processing and other routine accounting transactions.Support complex accounting matters requiring professional judgment, including estimates, accruals, and valuation-related items.Coordinate with tax advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable tax obligations.Contribute to special initiatives, analytical requests, and cross-functional projects as needed.Build, mentor, and manage an accounting team, setting performance expectations and supporting professional growth.Support preparation and review of consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.Produce and review internal management reporting and external stakeholder materials as required.Establish and maintain formal accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.Design, evaluate, and sustain a strong internal control framework.Drive consistency in accounting practices across multiple legal entities or operating structures.Research and document technical accounting matters, including revenue arrangements, internally developed assets, and transaction-related accounting.Serve as a primary liaison during internal and external audit processes.Partner with finance leadership on forecasts, budgets, and long-range planning activities.Oversee statutory reporting and audit coordination for domestic and international entities, including benefit plan audits.Act as the senior accounting resource for financial systems and data architecture.Oversee configuration and integrity of accounting data, structures, and reporting frameworks.Collaborate with internal teams and third-party advisors to improve automation, controls, and reporting functionality.Lead accounting execution for system implementations, upgrades, and integrations, including design, testing, and transition activities.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; graduate-level education preferred.At least eight years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, or audit.Certified Public Accountant(CPA) with prior public accounting experience required.Strong command of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.Demonstrated experience managing close processes, audits, and multi-entity accounting environments.Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and partner with executive stakeholders.Experience supporting transactions, integrations, or organizational change initiatives preferred.High proficiency with accounting systems, enterprise platforms, and close management workflows.Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of standard business productivity tools.What’s in it for you?Strong business stability with recurring revenueDouble digit growth trajectoryHigh visibility role in a rapidly scaling, acquisition driven organizationIf you're interested in this Director of Accounting role or other finance and accounting positions, please upload a MS Word version of your resume for immediate consideration