Director of Accounting

Job Description

Job Description

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization located in Philadelphia, PA. We are in search of a Director of Accounting. The Director of Accounting plays a critical role in leading day to day accounting operations and financial reporting while supporting the Controller and broader Finance leadership team. This position serves as the operational backbone of the Accounting function, combining hands on execution with strategic oversight of compliance, controls, and process improvement. The Director of Accounting oversees core accounting functions, leads the financial close, strengthens internal controls, and drives continuous improvement across systems and workflows. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, proven leadership experience, and the ability to operate both tactically and strategically in a fast paced environment.

Job Title: Director of Accounting
Location: Center City, Philadelphia, PA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 4 Days OnSite
Compensation: $160,000-$170,000 Base Salary

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations and Compliance
• Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, cash management, fixed assets, and cost accounting
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, company policies, and applicable regulatory and tax requirements
• Maintain accurate, complete, and well controlled accounting records
• Develop, update, and enforce accounting policies and internal control procedures

Financial Close and Reporting
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate results
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Prepare and review internal and external financial statements
• Coordinate and support external audits, including preparation of schedules and audit documentation
• Partner with the Controller on complex accounting issues and technical accounting research

Controller Support and Leadership
• Serve as a key advisor on accounting standards, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Represent the Controller as needed in meetings, audits, and cross functional initiatives

Process Improvement and Systems Oversight
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
• Partner with IT and cross functional teams on ERP enhancements, automation, and system implementations
• Ensure data integrity across accounting and ERP systems and resolve system related issues

Team Leadership and Development
• Lead, coach, and develop members of the accounting team
• Plan workloads, establish performance goals, and conduct performance reviews
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Cross Functional Collaboration
• Partner with FP&A, operations, HR, and other teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives
• Provide accounting and financial insight to support operational and business decision making
• Support treasury activities, insurance renewals, compliance reporting, and special projects as needed

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
• Experience working with ERP or accounting systems such as JD Edwards, Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, or Dynamics
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain accounting concepts to non finance stakeholders
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment

Preferred Qualifications
• CPA or active pursuit of CPA certification strongly preferred
• Experience supporting external audits
• Background in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, or multi entity environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence cross functional partners
• Experience with process improvement initiatives, automation, or ERP implementations

Skills and Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Confident, hands on leadership style
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• Strong understanding of internal controls and process optimization

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $160,000.00 to $170,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.