Director of Accounting and Finance

About the role

The Director of Accounting and Finance is a key strategic partner to the business, bringing leadership and excellent judgment combined with technical skills to drive operational and financial success. This role is part of the Executive Team and involves managing all aspects of the monthly close process and financial reporting, developing accurate budgets and cash flow forecasts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributing to strategic financial decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, other liabilities, inventory accounting including floor plan financing, revenue recognition, and payroll.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes. Prepare monthly financial statements in a timely manner.
• Own and manage audits for financial statements, benefit plans, and taxes.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Create annual budgets and periodic forecasts as required with sufficient detail to allow accountability and inform decisions for individuals on the Executive team.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax laws. Manage relationships with accounting firms and other regulatory agencies.
• Develop and optimize cash flow planning ensuring that liquidity is always sufficient to meet operational needs.
• Use financial and market data analytics to inform strategic decision-making. Develop operational and financial metrics and bring focus to them in meetings with the Executive team.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions for all banking services, credit lines, loans, etc.
• Lead a high-performance team through setting clear expectations, use of meaningful metrics, mentoring, and strong interpersonal professional relationships.

Requirements

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 10+ years of progressively responsible experience, with 5+ years of experience successfully leading and managing accounting teams. Professional certification (CPA, CMA) is preferred but not required. Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data filters, and sorts) are essential. Experience with streamlining accounting and finance processes is also important.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience (service industry experience preferred but not required)
• 5+ years of experience successfully leading and managing accounting teams with the ability to develop and motivate them to achieve superior levels of performance
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA) preferred but not required
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data filters, and sorts)
• Experience with streamlining accounting and finance processes

Skills

The ideal candidate should have strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with detailed organizational abilities and the ability to prioritize effectively. They must also demonstrate strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, and be able to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Decision-making capabilities and an ownership mindset are also crucial. The role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Benefits

Collaborate with a talented and enthusiastic leadership team. Watch your efforts have a positive impact on the company’s growth and success. Receive a competitive base salary plus bonus and a full benefits package.

Pay

Competitive base salary plus bonus.

Schedule

Full-time, onsite at the office in Covington, Kentucky.