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Director of Accounting / Finance
Location: High Point, NC (On-site)
Company Type: Privately Held, Growing Organization
Position Overview
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Accounting / Finance to lead and build the accounting and finance function for a growing, privately held company. This role is ideal for a finance leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and enjoys establishing processes, controls, and systems that support growth and scalability.
The Director of Accounting / Finance will be responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, implementing best practices, improving financial visibility, and serving as a trusted business partner to company leadership. Reporting directly to the President.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations & Close Process
- Design, implement, and manage a structured month-end and quarter-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Oversee day-to-day accounting activities including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll coordination
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for leadership
- Develop meaningful financial reporting, dashboards, and KPIs to support decision-making
- Provide variance analysis, forecasting, and budgeting support
Audit & Compliance
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and manage the audit process end-to-end
- Implement and maintain internal controls to support audit readiness and financial integrity
- Ensure compliance with tax filings and coordination with external tax advisors
Process Improvement & Systems
- Establish and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) across accounting and finance functions
- Lead invoicing automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency and cash flow
- Evaluate and improve financial systems, tools, and workflows to support growth
Leadership & Business Partnership
- Act as a strategic advisor to company leadership on financial and operational matters
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and leadership to align financial processes with business needs
- Build scalable processes that can support future hiring and company expansion
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred)
- 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility
- Experience in a privately held, growing, or entrepreneurial environment
- Strong background in month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls
- Demonstrated experience implementing processes, SOPs, and system improvements
- Hands-on leader comfortable operating at both strategic and tactical levels
- Strong communication skills and ability to partner with non-financial stakeholders
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to build and shape the accounting and finance function
- High visibility role with direct impact on company growth and strategy
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with long-term leadership potential
Salary : $85,000 - $115,000