Director of Accounting and Finance

ABOUT THE COMPANY City Wide Facility Solutions is the nation's leading management company in the building maintenance industry, helping commercial property owners and managers simplify facility maintenance through a single, trusted partner. Since 2003, the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky office has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional service throughout Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Dayton. Building on that success, the organization expanded into Central Kentucky in 2022, extending its proven service model and local market expertise to a growing customer base throughout the region. Unlike traditional service providers, City Wide manages a network of specialized local contractors, coordinating more than twenty facility services—including janitorial, floor care, landscaping, parking lot maintenance, window cleaning, handyman services, and preventative maintenance—through one dedicated point of contact. This unique business model allows clients to streamline operations while ensuring consistent quality and accountability. Built on a culture of collaboration, responsiveness, and continuous improvement, City Wide has experienced sustained growth by developing long‑term customer partnerships and empowering its employees to make an impact. The organization combines the entrepreneurial spirit of a locally owned business with the resources, systems, and best practices of a nationally recognized brand, creating an environment where talented professionals can contribute meaningfully while growing their careers. City Wide also operates on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), providing a disciplined framework for goal setting, accountability, and organizational alignment. Professionals who thrive in structured, high‑accountability environments—or who are eager to deepen their experience with EOS—will find a culture that embraces clarity, transparency, and continuous improvement. This newly created position emerges from the company’s strong growth trajectory and offers the chance to lead, refine, and elevate operations during a dynamic period of expansion. The role will be fully onsite at the office in Covington, Kentucky. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Reporting directly to the President, the Director of Accounting and Finance is a key strategic partner to the business, bringing leadership and excellent judgement combined with technical skills to drive operational and financial success. As a member of the Executive Team, the director will manage all aspects of the monthly close process and financial reporting, develop accurate budgets and cash‑flow forecasts, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and contribute to strategic financial decision‑making to drive the ongoing success of the company. This role has a team of four direct reports and also performs the following responsibilities: Accounting – Manage all accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, other liabilities, inventory accounting including floor plan financing, revenue recognition, and payroll. Lead month‑end and year‑end close processes. Prepare monthly financial statements in a timely manner. Own and manage audits for financial statements, benefit plans, and taxes. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. Budgeting & Forecasting – Create annual budgets and periodic forecasts as required with sufficient detail to allow accountability and inform decisions for individuals on the Executive team. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight – Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax laws. Manage relationships with accounting firms and other regulatory agencies. Cash Flow Management – Develop and optimize cash‑flow planning ensuring that liquidity is always sufficient to meet operational needs. Data Analytics & Business Intelligence – Use financial and market data analytics to inform strategic decision‑making. Develop operational and financial metrics and bring focus to them in meetings with the Executive team. Banking & Lender Relations – Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions for all banking services, credit lines, loans, etc. Team Leadership – Lead a high‑performance team through setting clear expectations, using meaningful metrics, mentoring, and strong interpersonal professional relationships. IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in accounting 10+ years of progressively responsible experience (service industry experience preferred but not required) 5+ years of experience successfully leading and managing accounting teams with the ability to develop and motivate them to achieve superior levels of performance. Professional certification (CPA, CMA) preferred but not required Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data filters, and sorts) Experience with streamlining accounting and finance processes KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Detail‑oriented with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment Encourages a culture of open dialogue and constructive feedback within teams Decision‑making capabilities and ownership mindset Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision THE PAYOFF Collaborate with a talented and enthusiastic leadership team. Watch your efforts have a positive impact on the company’s growth and success. Receive a competitive base salary plus bonus and a full benefits package. Gilman Partners is committed to strengthening leadership teams and elevating talent in our communities—and that means all qualified applicants will receive consideration. You do not have to meet every qualification in this job description to apply. If you are drawn to the position and believe your experience makes you a good fit, we encourage you to reach out. #J-18808-Ljbffr