Vice President of Accounting

THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION. Walton Signage is a well-respected, innovative company in the signage industry. The Company serves large, national or corporate accounts with turnkey installation of high quality signage systems and has been listed several times as one of Inc. Magazines fastest growing companies. We are currently recruiting for a Vice President of Accounting who is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of all accounting, financial reporting, and insurance activities across the Walton Entities and its subsidiary companies. This role ensures financial integrity, compliance, efficiency, and proactive risk management while supporting growth, profitability, and long-term organizational sustainability. The VP of Accounting leads accounting teams across multiple entities, standardizes systems and controls, and acts as a key business partner to executive leadership. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Strategic Financial Leadership Direct and oversee all accounting operations across sevencompanies, including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable,payroll, fixed assets, inventory, and job costing. Provide strategic input on company financial performance,capital planning, and profitability improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain standardized accounting policies,procedures, and internal controls to ensure consistency, transparency, andaccuracy across all entities. Partner with executive leadership to drive organizationalefficiency and financial accountability. Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversee preparation of consolidated and individual companyfinancial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other relevantstandards. Coordinate month-end and year-end closings, ensuring timeliness and accuracy. Manage all audit and tax activities, including coordinationwith external auditors and tax advisors. Ensure all regulatory and statutory filings are completedaccurately and on time (federal, state, and local). Financial Analysis Provide detailed variance analyses and actionable insightsto executive leadership. Monitor financial performance metrics, identifying trends,risks, and opportunities for improvement. Insurance & Risk Management Oversee all company insurance programs, including property,casualty, general liability, auto, workers’ compensation, professionalliability and cyber policies. Manage renewals, claims, and broker relationships to ensureadequate coverage and competitive pricing. Collaborate with operations leadership to evaluate exposureand minimize risk across all business units. Ensure proper allocation of insurance costs among thecompanies and accurate accruals forinsurance related expenses. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop accounting teams across multipleentities, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuousimprovement. Implement cross-training and succession planning to ensurebusiness continuity. Evaluate staffing needs and structure to ensure optimalsupport for all company functions. Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement Oversee the integration and optimization of accountingsoftware, ERP systems, and reporting tools across all entities. Drive automation and process improvement initiatives toenhance accuracy and efficiency. Ensure data integrity and security across all accountingplatforms. Collaboration & Communication Serve as the primary liaison between accounting,operations, project management, and executive leadership teams. Communicate financial results, insights, and recommendations clearly and proactively. Support strategic initiatives, mergers/acquisitions, andnew business ventures with financial analysis and due diligence. Qualifications Education & Credentials Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldrequired. MBA or Master’s degree preferred. Experience Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive accounting leadershipexperience, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role overseeingmultiple business entities. Proven success in managing full-cycle accounting, audit,and financial reporting across diverse operations. Experience in manufacturing, construction, real estate, orrelated industries strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience managing insurance programs andrisk exposure at an enterprise level. Skills & Attributes Deep understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, internalcontrols, and audit practices. Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills. Exceptional communication and presentation abilities. High integrity, professionalism, and commitment toexcellence. Proficiency in ERP systems, accounting software (e.g.,QuickBooks Enterprise, NetSuite, or similar), and advanced Excel capabilities. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-entityenvironment. Benefits Walton Signage offers medical benefits on the 1st of the month following start date, 401(k) with 100% match up to 4% and full vesting after 90 days, paid time off, holidays, and competitive compensation commensurate with experience. To apply please complete the preliminary application online. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and use hands to operate telephone, type and operate computer and mouse. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, and bend and twist neck. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Travel may be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr