Director of Accounting

We are looking for a Director of Accounting to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a technically strong accounting executive to guide the accounting function and serve as a trusted advisor across the business, in a hybrid role based in Cleveland, OH.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of accounting operations, including close, consolidation, and external reporting
• Act as the company's technical accounting authority on policy interpretation and complex transactions
• Advise business and finance leaders on contract review, revenue treatment, and disclosure implications
• Assess the accounting and process impact of strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and system changes
• Maintain a strong control environment and lead readiness for internal and external audits
• Drive continuous improvement across accounting processes and supporting systems
• Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team
• Work with the CFO and executive team on reporting, forecasting, and planning
• Lead special projects and analyses as business needs arise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership of an accounting team
• Strong technical understanding of US GAAP
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage several projects at once
• Strong organizational, analytical, and relationship-building skills

What Our Client Offers

• An executive-level voice in how the business handles accounting policy and strategic decisions
• Authority to modernize processes and systems as you see fit
• Direct partnership with the CFO and senior leadership
• A growth-oriented team that wants someone to set the technical bar