Director of Accounting

Company: Accounting Career Consultants
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Why is This a Great Opportunity? This role offers the opportunity to lead and influence the full accounting function within a stable, in-office environment. The Director of Accounting plays a critical role in shaping financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency while managing and developing a high-performing accounting team. With direct oversight of core accounting functions and meaningful exposure to leadership decision-making, this position provides both strategic impact and hands-on involvement in day-to-day operations. Job Description: The Director of Accounting is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions. This role ensures timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), while supporting organizational objectives through strong financial leadership. Key responsibilities include: • Overseeing the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements • Leading the month-end and year-end close processes • Managing accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations • Overseeing general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintenance of the chart of accounts • Performing and reviewing financial variance analysis and identifying trends for leadership review • Presenting financial results and insights to senior leadership • Ensuring compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and applicable regulatory requirements • Developing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal controls • Coordinating internal and external audits and serving as the primary accounting contact • Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of accounting professionals, with up to four direct reports • Supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts in collaboration with leadership • Identifying and implementing process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives • Providing financial guidance to support operational and strategic decision-making Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required • CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred • Significant progressive accounting experience, including leadership over AP and GL functions • Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control best practices • Demonstrated experience managing and developing accounting teams • Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to operate effectively in a fully in-office environment ACCPRI ACCEE Company Description Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985. Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties. Awards & Recognition: 2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked 63 2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms 2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)

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