Director, Accounting

Director, Accounting

A Smarter Career Choice Because the internet is now the heartbeat of our homes and an essential tool for business, it should run without interruption or stress. IQ Fiber was created to offer 100% fiber-optic high-speed internet, transparent pricing, and attentive customer service to deliver a Smarter internet experience. As part of our rapidly growing team, your contributions will directly impact our success. Your work matters here. We're looking for energetic, collaborative, and customer-focused talent with the ability to proactively move our business forward. In return, you'll find a place where your voice matters. You'll find a team that works hard and has fun. And, if you're like us, you'll know you made a Smarter career choice.

Position Summary

IQ Fiber is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Director, Accounting to support the Controller in overseeing all accounting operations. This role will lead key aspects of the monthly close, audit, and reporting processes while managing a team. This is a high-visibility role with significant growth opportunity, designed for a candidate who can develop into the Controller position in the future as the company continues to scale.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Supervise and develop members of the Accounting team, providing guidance, training, and performance management
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Support Finance and the Controller in delivering timely and accurate internal and external financial reporting
• Lead key aspects of the annual audit process, including coordination with external auditors and preparation of audit schedules
• Implement and ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures, and support ongoing process improvements
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance and operational teams to support budgeting, reforecasting, and business initiatives
• Assist in the optimization of accounting systems and processes as the company scales
• Stay current on accounting standards and regulatory requirements, particularly as they relate to the telecommunications industry
• Assist with the integration and accounting treatment of potential future M&A
• Assist with other ad hoc projects as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA required).
• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, telecommunication industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong technical accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite or similar ERP system is required.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines independently.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

What Success Looks Like:

• A well-managed and efficient close process with accurate and timely financials
• Strong, scalable accounting processes and controls
• Successful and smooth audit execution with minimal findings
• A high-performing, well-developed accounting team
• Readiness to step into the Controller role as the organization grows

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. IQ Fiber is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.