Job Title: Director of Accounting
Location: Monroe, OH (On-Site)
Compensation: $170,000 – $190,000 base salary
Benefits: Comprehensive package
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
About the Company
Join a nationally ranked leader in specialty construction known for delivering iconic infrastructure projects across the country. This organization combines technical excellence with a people-first culture, fostering an environment where professionals grow, collaborate, and make meaningful contributions to projects that shape the built environment. With a strong reputation for execution and a deep commitment to employee development, this is a rare opportunity to lead within a dynamic and established team.
Position Summary
The Director of Accounting will lead the company’s financial accounting, reporting, and tax functions. Reporting to the VP of Accounting and Treasury, this individual will oversee internal and external reporting, ensure GAAP and regulatory compliance, and manage job cost, general ledger, and tax operations. The role requires strategic vision, operational discipline, and strong leadership to build and maintain systems that support both the company’s growth and regulatory integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Lead accounting, financial controls, reporting, audit coordination, and tax compliance
Manage monthly and annual financial close, variance analysis, and executive reporting
Maintain compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards
Oversee internal controls and risk management practices
Direct external audit processes and implement corrective actions
Ensure accurate job cost reporting and appropriate GL coding
Oversee tax strategy, compliance, and planning at federal, state, and local levels
Support due diligence, integration, and purchase price settlement for acquisitions
Partner with IT and finance leaders to streamline accounting systems and ERP processes
Provide reporting and analytics to banks, insurers, auditors, and other external partners
Build and lead a high-performing accounting team with clear KPIs and development plans
Champion continuous improvement and innovation within the finance function
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s or MBA preferred)
Active CPA required
15+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting background preferred
Familiarity with percentage-of-completion accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with construction or project-based ERP software
Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills
Preferred Skills and Attributes
Ability to manage complexity and prioritize competing deadlines
Strong executive presence and ability to present financial information with clarity
Hands-on experience creating and managing department budgets
Proven ability to coach, develop, and retain top-performing teams
High level of discretion and integrity when managing confidential information
Comfortable occasionally visiting project sites as needed