Director of Accounting / Finance

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting / Finance to lead the organization’s accounting operations and financial governance in Ontario, California. This role will oversee critical close activities, reporting accuracy, compliance controls, and audit readiness while supporting sound business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting leadership experience, strong financial discipline, and the ability to guide teams effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct accounting and finance operations, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and consistent execution of core financial processes.

• Lead month-end and period-end close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial results to maintain reporting integrity.

• Oversee preparation of financial statements and management reports, delivering clear and reliable information to support business performance analysis.

• Manage audit coordination and compliance efforts, including support for financial statement audits and adherence to SOX-related controls.

• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures to improve accuracy, reduce risk, and maintain alignment with regulatory and company standards.

• Partner with cross-functional leaders across departments and locations to resolve financial issues, improve processes, and support operational objectives.

• Provide leadership and development for accounting staff, setting expectations, coaching performance, and building a high-performing team.

• Support the effective use of accounting systems and tools, including reconciliation and close management platforms.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and finance leadership roles.
• Proven success managing accounting teams and overseeing essential financial operations in a complex business setting.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience supporting external audits and maintaining effective internal controls, including SOX compliance practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and geographically dispersed teams.
• Background in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.