Director of Financial & Accounting Services

Director of Financial & Accounting Services

Canton, Ohio | Full-Time | Hybrid

About the Opportunity

An established accounting and advisory firm in the Stark County area is seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead its financial and accounting advisory services team.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys developing employees, managing client relationships, overseeing accounting engagements, and contributing to the growth and profitability of a department.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, demonstrated leadership experience, and the ability to balance client service with employee development and operational responsibilities.

This position works closely with firm leadership and offers opportunities for continued professional growth and potential advancement into partnership.

Key Responsibilities:

Department Leadership & Team Development

• Oversee daily department operations, including workload management, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals at various experience levels.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training and development opportunities.
• Establish clear expectations and maintain accountability for team performance.
• Promote a collaborative environment focused on professional development, client service, and continuous improvement.

Client Accounting & Advisory Services

• Oversee accounting and advisory engagements for multiple clients, including privately held businesses and nonprofit organizations.
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a resource for complex accounting and financial matters.
• Provide technical oversight of financial statements, reconciliations, month-end reporting, and other accounting deliverables.
• Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management, and financial decision-making.
• Provide guidance on nonprofit accounting and financial reporting.
• Ensure engagements are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established deadlines.

Department Operations & Growth

• Manage departmental budgets, financial performance, and profitability.
• Monitor engagement performance, staffing needs, and resource utilization.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, technology, and operational efficiency.
• Support the development of new service offerings and opportunities for revenue growth.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives, departmental goals, and long-term planning.
• Maintain high standards of client service, professional accountability, and ethical conduct.

Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience supervising or managing accounting professionals.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and accounting operations.
• Experience managing multiple client engagements, projects, or accounting responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop employees.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with accounting software, including QuickBooks and/or QuickBooks Online.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with clients and team members.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred

• CPA designation.
• Previous public accounting or outsourced accounting experience.
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Experience overseeing departmental budgets, profitability, and operational performance.
• Background in financial advisory services, strategic planning, or CFO-level consulting.
• Experience developing service offerings or supporting business development initiatives.

What we're looking for:

We're looking for a leader who takes ownership, develops others, and understands that successful client service depends on both technical expertise and strong relationships.

The right candidate will be comfortable providing hands-on guidance when needed while also managing the broader responsibilities of department leadership.

This opportunity is well suited for an experienced Accounting Director, Senior Manager, Client Advisory Services Leader, or similar professional who is ready to take ownership of a department and contribute to its continued growth.

Why Consider this Opportunity?:

• Established public accounting and advisory firm.
• Senior leadership role with meaningful decision-making responsibilities.
• Opportunity to lead and develop an established accounting team.
• Diverse client base, including privately held businesses and nonprofit organizations.
• Direct collaboration with firm leadership.
• Opportunity to influence departmental strategy, operations, and growth.
• Potential pathway to partnership.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Hybrid work environment.