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Director of Accounting

Selby JenningsManhattan, NY🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 22, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Director of Accounting role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape and scale an accounting department within a growing international manufacturer, with a competitive salary of $160-195k plus bonus. You'll thrive here if you possess strong technical accounting and leadership skills, enjoy process improvement, and are looking for a hybrid work environment that fosters career growth. Apply now to make a significant impact and develop your expertise in a dynamic setting!

Quick Overview

Salary
$160k - $195k/yr
Seniority
Leader
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Manhattan, NY, United States
Posted
20 hours ago
Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableERPFinancial AnalysisFinancial ReportingGAAPGeneral LedgerInternal Controls

Job Description

A high-growth organization is seeking a Director of Accounting to support accounting operations, financial reporting, and business integration initiatives. This individual will play a key role in overseeing accounting processes for newly integrated business units while partnering closely with finance and operational stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, scalable processes, and efficient financial operations.


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial reporting.
  • Oversee accounting operations related to integrated business units and support ongoing transition initiatives.
  • Manage accounting workflows involving accounts receivable, accounts payable, commissions, and subledger activity.
  • Support financial systems, data mapping, and process improvements across multiple operational platforms.
  • Assist with the design and management of agency management systems (AMS), ERP, billing, receivables, payables, and related accounting processes.
  • Prepare and review variance analyses, identifying key financial trends and business drivers.
  • Support acquisition and integration activities, including process alignment, control design, financial reporting, and operational readiness.
  • Develop and enhance accounting policies, procedures, controls, and documentation.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams across finance, operations, technology, legal, tax, and external auditors.
  • Drive process improvements and scalable solutions to support a growing organization.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
  • Strong experience with financial reporting, close processes, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
  • Experience with ERP systems, subledgers, and accounting process design.
  • Knowledge of AR/AP, receivables, commissions, and operational accounting processes.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing variance and financial analysis.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

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