Director - Accounting
About the role
The Director of Accounting is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, and team development. This position serves as a key financial leader within the organization, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of financial information while maintaining compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Responsibilities
- Oversight of all general accounting functions and financial reporting, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of financial statements
- Preparation, review, and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and GAAP compliance
- Development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures that support effective financial management and operational efficiency
- Management, mentorship, and development of the accounting team through performance evaluations, goal setting, and ongoing training
- Building a high-performing department by fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and strong employee engagement
- Coordination with finance leadership and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with reporting timelines and regulatory requirements
- Performance of ad hoc financial analysis and cost-benefit evaluations to support strategic business decisions
- Identification and driving of opportunities for process improvements, system enhancements, and cost optimization within the accounting function
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA license (or ability to obtain within one year of hire)
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity
- Thorough, practical knowledge of U.S. GAAP with the ability to apply it to complex financial reporting scenarios
- Proficiency with modern accounting systems and software, including advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data analysis)
- Hands-on experience implementing, managing, or optimizing ERP systems such as Sage, NetSuite, or similar platforms
- Strong understanding of financial statement analysis, internal controls, and audit processes
- Proven track record leading, mentoring, and developing accounting teams, with demonstrated ability to drive performance and results
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for diverse audiences
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and financial partners
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities independently while remaining a strong team player
- Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and sound professional judgment when handling sensitive financial information
Qualifications
- Previous experience in construction, telecommunications, job costing, or service provider accounting is a nice to have
- Hands-on experience with Sage software, including configuration, customization, reporting, and troubleshooting in a multi-entity or complex operating environment
- Experience leading ERP system implementations, upgrades, or process improvements, including managing technical projects and vendor relationships
- Experience managing accounting operations during periods of rapid growth or organizational change
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Internal controls
- Audit processes
- Accounting policy development
- Team management
- Financial reporting
- ERP system implementation
- Cost optimization
Benefits
Nice to have:
- Previous experience in construction, telecommunications, job costing, or service provider accounting
- Hands-on experience with Sage software, including configuration, customization, reporting, and troubleshooting in a multi-entity or complex operating environment
- Experience leading ERP system implementations, upgrades, or process improvements, including managing technical projects and vendor relationships
- Experience managing accounting operations during periods of rapid growth or organizational change
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Who We Are
At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects. With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey. We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential.