Director of Accounting- Pipeline Role

Position Summary Were partnering with top companies across the Tampa Bay market to place Director of Accounting into high-impact roles, but many of these opportunities are never posted publicly. Instead of applying into a black hole, this is an opportunity to build a direct relationship with a recruiter who can connect you to both current openings and upcoming roles aligned to your experience, goals, and compensation expectations. Whether youre actively exploring or just open to the right opportunity, this network is designed to give you early access, market insight, and a competitive tailored edge . Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee external financial reporting , including SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) where applicable Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP Own and manage SOX compliance , internal controls, and audit readiness Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, advisors, and regulatory bodies Lead accounting considerations for M&A activity, integrations, and IPO preparation Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes across entities or locations Review complex accounting matters and prepare technical accounting memos Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies and procedures Provide leadership and oversight to multi-location accounting teams Partner closely with FP&A, Tax, Legal, and executive leadership Prepare and support executive, board-level, and investor reporting Identify and implement process and system improvements to scale operations Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required) 10–15+ years of progressive accounting experience Prior experience in a Director of Accounting, Director of Financial Reporting, or similar leadership role CPA strongly preferred Public accounting background (Big 4 or national firm) preferred Deep expertise in SEC reporting, U.S. GAAP, and SOX environments Experience supporting M&A, complex transactions, or IPO readiness preferred ERP and consolidation system experience strongly preferred Proven ability to lead teams and operate in fast-paced, high-compliance environments