Head of Accounting (Remote)

Fast-growing, private equity-backed services organization with a national footprint and multiple operating businesses

Growth-oriented platform that has expanded organically and through acquisition

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING Fast-growing, private equity-backed services organization with a national footprint and multiple operating businesses

Growth-oriented platform that has expanded organically and through acquisition

What They Offer You Competitive base salary, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, and 401(k) with company match

High-visibility role with regular exposure to the CFO and other members of executive leadership

Opportunity to help shape the accounting function of a growing, multi-entity organization

LOCATION Hybrid work environment with four days in the office and Friday remote

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT Serve as a key technical accounting resource and leader within the Corporate Accounting organization, helping ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across a complex, multi-entity business

Partner closely with the CFO, FP&A, Shared Services and operational finance teams to provide reliable financial information and improve consistency across the organization

Research complex accounting matters, document conclusions and establish appropriate accounting policies in accordance with U.Lead the annual external audit process, including planning, coordination, documentation and resolution of accounting matters

Strengthen internal controls, reporting processes and accounting procedures as the organization continues to grow and integrate businesses

Lead, mentor and develop members of the Corporate Accounting team while building greater capabilities within the function

Support finance transformation initiatives, including enhancements to financial systems, reporting tools, the chart of accounts and close processes

Partner across Finance and the broader organization on acquisition integration, process standardization and other strategic initiatives

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining public accounting and corporate accounting experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and active CPA

GAAP knowledge and experience researching and documenting complex accounting matters

Experience leading or playing a significant role in external audits and financial reporting

experience with acquisitive or private equity-backed organizations is a plus

Demonstrated ability to develop accounting professionals and lead teams through periods of growth and change

Strong systems orientation with advanced Excel skills and experience working with large financial data sets

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex accounting matters for executive and non-accounting audiences