What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Accounting position at Frederick Fox?
Working with a great client of ours in the hospitality space on a Director of Accounting role. Will be working on commercial construction accounting. This is an on site role in Scottsdale with great bonus potential (target of 35%).
Role Overview
The Director of Accounting oversees financial operations for development projects from early-stage planning through construction and into operations. This role manages project accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with applicable accounting standards, while partnering with leadership and cross-functional teams to support execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage accounting for development and construction projects, including cost tracking and financial reporting
- Oversee project-based accounting (e.g., job costs, draws, retainage, capitalization)
- Monitor budgets, timelines, and cost variances in collaboration with project teams
- Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Prepare and consolidate financial statements across multiple entities
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition and expense allocation
- Support financing requirements, including reporting and compliance
- Assist with cash flow planning and management
- Establish and maintain internal controls
- Support audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
- Analyze performance and support operational decision-making
- Improve accounting processes and systems for scalability
- Supervise and develop accounting staff
- Handle ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 8 years of relevant accounting experience, including development or construction environments
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards and project-based accounting
- Experience with multi-entity structures and financial consolidations
- Familiarity with construction cost tracking and work-in-progress reporting
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: CFO
- Direct reports: Accounting staff
Salary : $130,000 - $135,000