Director Accounting

SUMMARY:

The Director of Accounting directs and manages day-to-day accounting processes including General Ledger, PP&E. Oversees the timely and accurate reporting of financial information and supports annual internal and external audits and related compliance activities. Participates in other aspects of Accounting and Finance processes as required, including supporting the Controller.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Directs and oversees the General Ledger function, including day-to-day accounting operations, account maintenance, journal entry processes, and compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.

· Oversees the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.

· Ensures the integrity of the chart of accounts and related financial structures, including appropriate account setup, maintenance, classification, and use across the organization.

· Reviews and approves journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, allocations, and other General Ledger activity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP and organizational standards.

· Establishes, monitors, and improves General Ledger processes, controls, and workflows to support accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.

· Oversees balance sheet reconciliation processes, including timely completion, review, follow-up, and resolution of reconciling items.

· Oversees accounting for property, plant, and equipment, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, transfers, and related policy compliance.

· Supports the preparation and review of internal and external financial statements, management reports, and other financial reporting deliverables.

· Analyzes financial results, operating trends, and budget-to-actual variances; identifies issues, explains drivers, and supports remediation plans as needed.

· Supports internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules, review of supporting documentation, and timely response to audit requests.

· Partners with Finance, Operations, and other departments to resolve accounting issues, improve processes, and support accurate financial reporting.

· Supports the Controller in planning, prioritizing, and managing accounting activities, financial controls, cost containment initiatives, and institutional financial stewardship.

· Facilitates or participates in finance-related committees, including FTE and PP&E committees, as assigned.

· Manages accounting staff, including hiring, training, coaching, assigning work, evaluating performance, and addressing performance issues as appropriate.