Assistant Director of Accounting

A large, established organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Accounting to help lead accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and a team of accounting professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting leader with government, education, public-sector, or similar complex-organization experience who is ready to take on broader responsibility and make an impact across the organization. Why This Opportunity Stands Out High-impact leadership role within a large, complex organizationLead, mentor, and develop a talented accounting teamSignificant involvement in financial reporting, audits, and accounting systemsOpportunity to strengthen processes, controls, and accounting operationsPartner closely with executive leadership and cross-functional departmentsPlay an important role in financial system improvements and organizational initiativesStable environment with strong long-term growth potentialMeaningful opportunity to use your accounting expertise to support the broader community What You'll Be Responsible For Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and general ledger activitiesLead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processesEnsure accounting practices comply with GAAP, GASB, and applicable regulationsOversee internal controls, accounting policies, and proceduresReview reconciliations and financial activity for accuracy and complianceOversee accounting related to organizational assetsLead, coach, and develop accounting and support staffParticipate in hiring, performance management, training, and employee developmentPartner with IT and leadership on financial system enhancements, upgrades, and implementationsCoordinate annual audits and related financial reportingServe as a financial resource to internal departments and organizational leadershipIdentify opportunities to streamline processes, standardize procedures, and improve efficiencySupport strategic initiatives and special accounting projects What We're Looking For 5+ years of progressive accounting experience3+ years of experience managing or supervising accounting professionalsGovernment, education, or public-sector accounting experience strongly preferredStrong knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practicesUnderstanding of GAAP, GASB, internal controls, and financial reportingExperience working with large, integrated financial systemsProven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a teamBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent advanced trainingCPA preferredStrong leadership, communication, organizational, and analytical skillsHands-on and collaborative management styleComfortable leading teams through change, system improvements, and process enhancements 💰 Salary: $103K–$125K If you're an accounting leader looking for a role where you can lead a team, improve financial operations, and make a meaningful organizational impact, we'd love to connect. #AssistantDirector #AccountingLeadership #GovernmentAccounting #PublicSector #AccountingJobs #FinanceJobs #Leadership #INSEP2026