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Director of Accounting
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Robert Half
Irving, TX (In Person)
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Description We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead critical accounting operations and strengthen the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of financial reporting in Irving, Texas. This role will serve as a key partner to senior leadership by overseeing core accounting activities, supporting a rigorous close process, and reinforcing a strong control environment within a public company setting. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a track record of improving processes to support growth and operational scale.
Responsibilities:
- Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting close cycle to ensure financial results are delivered accurately and on schedule.
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting analyses across key accounting areas while maintaining high standards for general ledger accuracy.
- Oversee consolidation activities, intercompany balancing, and elimination entries to support complete and reliable financial statements.
- Manage accounting activities related to operating expenses, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, leases, payroll, cash, and cost-related transactions.
- Evaluate complex accounting matters, significant estimates, and the application of technical accounting guidance, including new standard implementation.
- Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting by identifying risks, improving documentation, and leading remediation of control deficiencies.
- Partner with Internal Audit, external auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders to support audits, compliance requirements, and regulatory reporting needs.
- Lead initiatives focused on automation, process efficiency, system enhancements, and scalable workflows that improve accounting performance as the company grows.
- Build, mentor, and manage accounting leaders and team members by setting expectations, promoting accountability, and supporting career development. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related discipline.
- CPA designation is required.
- At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including a blend of public accounting and public company experience.
- Minimum of 3 years leading managers and working across cross-functional business teams.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting compliance requirements in a public company environment.
- Demonstrated success improving and managing a disciplined month-end close process.
- Experience with financial statement audits, full-cycle accounting, and technical accounting matters.
- Familiarity with ERP platforms and participation in system upgrades or implementation projects is preferred.