Hybrid Director of Finance

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About the role

  • Director of Finance leading financial operations at GHJ, a national accounting and advisory firm. Overseeing financial integrity and driving operational excellence in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close.
  • Direct general ledger accounting, collections, financial reporting, annual audits, payroll, accounts payable, and internal controls.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, forecasts, and management reports.
  • Oversee accrual-to-cash accounting conversion at year-end.
  • Manage partnership accounting, including tax return lead schedule preparation.
  • Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts; monitor performance against budget.
  • Prepare and present financial analyses to executive leadership and partners, including profit center allocations, realization reports, and budget vs. actual analysis.
  • Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the executive leadership team.
  • Lead long-term financial planning aligned with firm growth initiatives.
  • Develop financial models and scenario analysis to support expansion, hiring strategy, and investment decisions.
  • Identify and drive performance improvement initiatives across the firm.
  • Oversee financial compliance across a multi-state footprint.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including 1099s, property tax statements, sales tax filings, payroll compliance, and bank reporting.
  • Monitor and adapt to evolving accounting regulations and standards.
  • Lead evaluation, selection, and implementation of financial systems and reporting tools.
  • Oversee system upgrades, conversions, and integration projects from planning through full implementation.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA certification is strongly preferred.
  • 10–15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience. Prior experience within a CPA firm or professional services environment is a plus.
  • Experience supporting a growing organization with operations in multiple states.
  • Extensive experience leading financial system evaluations and implementations.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, partnership accounting, and financial reporting standards.
  • Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in financial reporting tools, including Power BI.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and scale financial infrastructure.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and executive presence.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Proven experience in managing budgets, financial forecasting, and financial analysis.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities

Job title

Director of Finance

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$225,000 - $275,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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