Director of Accounting

Job Title: Director of Accounting & Payroll Compliance Location: Remote - United States About The Opportunity: Join a growing organization in the food and beverage industry focused on delivering high-quality products and experiences to its customers. As Director of Accounting, you will oversee core accounting functions, multi-state payroll, and regulatory compliance while helping strengthen financial and operational processes. This remote leadership opportunity is ideal for a hands‑on accounting professional who combines strong technical expertise with operational insight and the ability to build scalable processes in a fast‑paced, multi‑location environment. Responsibilities: Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring accurate financial statements, reporting, validation, and analysis. Lead variance analysis and provide leadership with clear insights into business performance. Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, ASC 842, accruals, and reconciliations. Manage multi‑state payroll, including accurate wage calculations, tax withholdings, filings, and registrations. Oversee HRIS operations, employee data integrity, onboarding and offboarding workflows, and organizational changes across integrated systems. Manage recurring regulatory obligations, including business licenses, health permits, food handler certifications, and sales tax registrations. Coordinate benefits enrollment, deductions, and reporting in partnership with HR. Improve and scale accounting, payroll, and compliance processes and systems as the business grows. Must-Have Skills: 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of financial statements and the close process. Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and the full accounting cycle. Hands‑on experience with multi‑state payroll and regulatory compliance. Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, including building models and working with large datasets. Experience overseeing accounting operations such as AP, AR, accruals, and reconciliations. Excellent organization and attention to detail in managing financial accuracy, filings, and permits. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain accounting and compliance matters to non-technical partners. Demonstrated leadership, ownership, and ability to improve processes in a fast‑paced environment. Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Nice-to-Have Skills: CPA certification. Experience supporting a fast-growing, multi-state food and beverage or restaurant business. Familiarity with HRIS operations and integrations. Experience managing business licenses, health permits, food handler certifications, and location-level compliance obligations. Experience overseeing benefits enrollment, deductions, and reporting in partnership with HR. Familiarity with ASC 842 accounting requirements. Unlimited PTO 401k with up to a 4% employer match after one year #J-18808-Ljbffr