Director of Accounting

Director of Accounting Costa Mesa, CA Job Details Full-time $140,000 - $160,000 a year 17 hours ago Qualifications Cash flow management Business financial process improvement Financial forecasting Accounting systems Accounting experience within retail Financial close processing 7 years Internal controls Financial data reconciliation Payroll tax CPA Variance analysis Sales tax Regulatory compliance Process improvement NetSuite Accounting experience within food & beverage industry E-commerce Financial performance report preparation Budget forecasting Consolidated financial statement preparation Team development Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Overseeing compliance functions Budget planning Accounting experience within manufacturing industry GAAP Financial control management Certified Management Accountant Managing accounting teams Mentoring QuickBooks Profit & Loss statement Financial regulatory compliance Workers' compensation Bachelor's degree in accounting Senior level Financial audit support Cross-functional collaboration Leadership Manufacturing company experience Accounting Payroll processing Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description Accounting Director Employer:

HR MGMT 10, LLC

Location:

Costa Mesa, CA (HQ)

Employment Type:

Full-Time FLSA Classification:

Exempt Department:

Finance & Accounting Reports To:

Executive Leadership /

CPO Direct Reports:

Senior Accountant, Staff Accountant, AR/AP (as applicable) Position Summary

HR MGMT 10, LLC

is an Employer of Record providing workforce support services to partnered brands operating in regulated and multi-state environments. The Accounting Director is responsible for leading the company's accounting operations, financial controls, and reporting accuracy across multiple entities and states. This is a hands-on leadership role for a seasoned accounting professional who can own day-to-day accounting execution while building structure, enforcing controls, and ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting. The Accounting Director plays a critical role in cash flow visibility, compliance, audit readiness, and executive decision support. This role is not purely strategic — it requires active involvement in the numbers. Core Responsibilities 1. Accounting Operations & Close Management Own the full accounting function, including general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close across all entities Review and approve account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules Maintain and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls 2. Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepare and review consolidated financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) Provide variance analysis and actionable financial insights to leadership Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning Ensure financial data is accurate, consistent, and decision-ready 3. Compliance, Tax & Audit Support Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations Oversee sales/use tax, payroll tax, and multi-state compliance coordination Partner with external tax advisors, auditors, and accounting firms Prepare audit schedules and support audits and regulatory reviews 4. Payroll, Benefits & Intercompany Oversight Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and accruals Ensure proper accounting for benefits, workers' compensation, and employer taxes Manage intercompany transactions, allocations, and eliminations 5. Systems, Controls & Process Improvement Own accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable accounting processes Strengthen internal controls to support growth and audit readiness Ensure SOPs are documented and followed 6. Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members Partner cross-functionally with HR, Operations, Legal, and Executive teams Serve as the primary accounting leader and point of contact for financial operations Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting is highly preferred and considered a critical requirement Candidates with a non-accounting Bachelor's degree may be considered if they hold an active CPA license , which will be treated as equivalent CPA or CMA designation 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or equivalent leadership experience Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting Experience managing month-end close and multi-entity accounting Experience within a manufacturing environment (required due to complexity and longer learning curve) Experience operating in multi-state, high-growth, or regulated environments Preferred (Not Required) Experience in CPG and/or Food & Beverage industries (considered a strong plus, not required) Experience in retail and/or eCommerce environments eCommerce experience is highly valued and sufficient; physical retail store experience is not required Experience supporting audits and working with external accounting firms Experience in cannabis, hemp, or other regulated industries Skills & Competencies High attention to detail with strong organizational discipline Hands-on leadership style with ability to balance execution and oversight Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Clear communicator who can translate financial data to non-finance stakeholders Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments What Success Looks Like Timely, accurate, and clean monthly financials Clear visibility into cash flow, liabilities, and intercompany activity Strong internal controls and audit readiness Scalable accounting processes that support company growth Leadership confidence in financial reporting and data

Compensation & Benefits Base Salary Range:

$140,000 - $160,000 annually Placement within the range is based on experience, depth of accounting ownership, audit and compliance expertise, and leadership capability.

Eligible employees may also receive:

Performance-based incentives Company-sponsored benefits per eligibility