Director of Accounting

About Client

Our client is a rapidly growing commercial mechanical and HVAC services organization known for delivering high-quality solutions across construction, installation, and service operations generating approximately $40M in annual revenue. With a strong reputation for operational excellence and long-standing client relationships, the company continues to expand its footprint while maintaining a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation, accountability, and long-term growth.

Job Summary

The Director of Accounting will play a critical leadership role in building and scaling the company’s internal accounting infrastructure. This individual will oversee the transition of accounting and bookkeeping functions from outsourced vendors to a fully in-house operation, including the development of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and related financial departments. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in construction or commercial mechanical/HVAC accounting, along with strong leadership capabilities to hire, mentor, and develop accounting staff while implementing scalable processes, controls, and systems that support continued company growth.

What We Offer

• Base salary range of $140,000 – $180,000
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 100% Employer-paid health insurance
• 401(k) plan with 4% company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Report directly to CEO
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and leadership-driven culture
• Opportunity to build and lead an in-house accounting department
• High visibility role with executive leadership exposure
• Stable and growing organization with strong market presence

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the transition of outsourced accounting and bookkeeping functions to an internal accounting department
• Build and oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger functions
• Develop accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support operational scalability and compliance
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis
• Partner with executive leadership to provide strategic financial insights and operational recommendations
• Hire, train, mentor, and manage accounting and administrative personnel
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax and financial reporting requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors, banking partners, insurance providers, and other financial stakeholders
• Evaluate and implement accounting systems, ERP platforms, and process improvements to increase efficiency and reporting accuracy

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience
• Strong background in construction accounting or commercial HVAC/mechanical contracting accounting is required
• Experience managing WIP schedules, job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project-based financial reporting
• Proven experience building or scaling accounting departments and internal processes
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, and financial controls
• Experience overseeing financial audits, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• CPA designation is highly preferred but not required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA is a plus

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.