We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead and oversee financial accounting operations. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and driving process improvements to strengthen internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in leading accounting teams and a deep understanding of financial systems. This is a hybrid model in the northern suburbs. Salary up to $180K plus 15-20% Bonus. If you are interested, please reach out to Steve Cashman on LinkedIn or call Steve at 612.446.5690. Responsibilities:• Oversee general ledger financial accounting functions across multiple systems to ensure precise and timely account reconciliations.• Manage the monthly financial close process in collaboration with financial reporting and FP& A leaders to deliver accurate trial balances.• Develop and monitor analytics to explain monthly fluctuations in financial data compared to budgets, forecasts, prior years, and trends.• Research and interpret accounting standards and regulatory guidance, implementing new policies to ensure compliance with updates.• Lead communications and coordination with external auditors regarding accounting changes and compliance timelines.• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting processes, recommending improvements as needed.• Partner with finance leadership to plan and execute year-end close processes and annual audits, ensuring no control deficiencies or adjustments.• Mentor and develop high-potential talent through structured feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations.• Drive organizational change and foster a collaborative environment within the accounting team.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting or related financial roles. • Proficiency in financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, and Great Plains Dynamics. • Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulatory compliance. • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams in a dynamic environment. • Expertise in managing audits and financial close processes. • Exceptional analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and trends. • Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external auditors. • Advanced understanding of internal controls and risk management within financial operations.

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Circle Pines, MN
onsite
Permanent
170000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead and oversee financial accounting operations. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and driving process improvements to strengthen internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in leading accounting teams and a deep understanding of financial systems. This is a hybrid model in the northern suburbs. Salary up to $180K plus 15-20% Bonus. If you are interested, please reach out to Steve Cashman on LinkedIn or call Steve at 612.446.5690. Responsibilities:• Oversee general ledger financial accounting functions across multiple systems to ensure precise and timely account reconciliations.• Manage the monthly financial close process in collaboration with financial reporting and FP& A leaders to deliver accurate trial balances.• Develop and monitor analytics to explain monthly fluctuations in financial data compared to budgets, forecasts, prior years, and trends.• Research and interpret accounting standards and regulatory guidance, implementing new policies to ensure compliance with updates.• Lead communications and coordination with external auditors regarding accounting changes and compliance timelines.• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting processes, recommending improvements as needed.• Partner with finance leadership to plan and execute year-end close processes and annual audits, ensuring no control deficiencies or adjustments.• Mentor and develop high-potential talent through structured feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations.• Drive organizational change and foster a collaborative environment within the accounting team.
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