Director of Accounting

Kforce is partnering with a well-established organization in the Saint Louis area to identify a Director of Accounting. This is an exciting leadership opportunity with a growing company, offering the chance to drive accounting operations, lead a high-performing team, and make a meaningful impact on the organization's continued success. Responsibilities Lead the monthly close process for a multi-location business, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, and consolidation of results Oversee the day‑to‑day accounting function, providing leadership, coaching, and process improvements while supporting organizational growth and operational changes Partner with finance, operations, and other cross‑functional teams to ensure accounting systems, reporting, and processes effectively support business needs Maintain a strong internal control environment by overseeing financial reporting processes, lease accounting, fixed assets, and balance‑sheet integrity in accordance with company policies and accounting standards Review financial results, key account activity, and balance‑sheet reconciliations to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and communicate significant variances to senior leadership Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, strengthen reporting, and support future business growth Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required; CPA designation preferred Approximately 10 or more years of progressive accounting experience, including experience supporting complex or multi‑site operations Demonstrated success leading and developing accounting teams in a managerial capacity Public accounting experience is beneficial but not required Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, including lease accounting principles Familiarity with SOX controls and internal control frameworks is preferred Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to influence business partners and solve complex accounting issues Compensation and Benefits The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation that we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. Pay may be modified in the future. Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives, or commissions. Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) retirement plan Life, disability, and ADD insurance Salaried personnel receive paid time off; hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Equal Opportunity Statement Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr