Accounting Career Consultants
Director of Accounting
Accounting Career Consultants, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Why is This a Great Opportunity?
This role offers the opportunity to lead and influence the full accounting function within a stable, in-office environment. The Director of Accounting plays a critical role in shaping financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency while managing and developing a high-performing accounting team. With direct oversight of core accounting functions and meaningful exposure to leadership decision‑making, this position provides both strategic impact and hands‑on involvement in day‑to‑day operations.
Job Description The Director of Accounting is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions. This role ensures timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), while supporting organizational objectives through strong financial leadership.
Overseeing the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Leading the month‑end and year‑end close processes
Managing accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations
Overseeing general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintenance of the chart of accounts
Performing and reviewing financial variance analysis and identifying trends for leadership review
Presenting financial results and insights to senior leadership
Ensuring compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and applicable regulatory requirements
Developing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal controlsCoordinating internal and external audits and serving as the primary accounting contact
Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of accounting professionals, with up to four direct reports
Supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts in collaboration with leadership
Identifying and implementing process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives
Providing financial guidance to support operational and strategic decision‑making
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred
Significant progressive accounting experience, including leadership over AP and GL functions
Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control best practices
Demonstrated experience managing and developing accounting teams
Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fully in‑office environment
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Job Description The Director of Accounting is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions. This role ensures timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), while supporting organizational objectives through strong financial leadership.
Overseeing the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Leading the month‑end and year‑end close processes
Managing accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations
Overseeing general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintenance of the chart of accounts
Performing and reviewing financial variance analysis and identifying trends for leadership review
Presenting financial results and insights to senior leadership
Ensuring compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and applicable regulatory requirements
Developing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal controlsCoordinating internal and external audits and serving as the primary accounting contact
Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of accounting professionals, with up to four direct reports
Supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts in collaboration with leadership
Identifying and implementing process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives
Providing financial guidance to support operational and strategic decision‑making
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred
Significant progressive accounting experience, including leadership over AP and GL functions
Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control best practices
Demonstrated experience managing and developing accounting teams
Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fully in‑office environment
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