Director of Accounting

Director of Accounting (On-site | Appleton, WI)

Are you a dynamic leader with a strong financial acumen who wants to be part of a growing and dynamic team? If so, we have a position for you!

Sentinel Safety & Security Group, LLC is a dynamic strategic ownership group rapidly growing operations in the design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of commercial fire sprinkler systems. We are looking to expand our team to include a Director of Accounting in our Appleton, WI corporate office.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Director of Accounting to join our finance team. In this role, the Director of Accounting will be responsible for overseeing various accounting functions, with a strong emphasis on GAAP accounting, month-end close activities, and consolidation for various entities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of accounting principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

• Competitive salary, PTO, and holiday pay.
• Full benefit package including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance products
• 401k plan with company match.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Experience in corporate accounting and cost accounting (preferably in the construction industry), ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective cost management.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in all financial reporting and accounting practices.

• Manage the consolidation of financial statements for various entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of consolidated financial reports, providing insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.

• Lead the annual audit process, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Prepare and review audit schedules, providing necessary documentation and support to auditors.

• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all tasks and maintain proper close checklists.
• Oversee the posting of monthly accruals for expenses or other necessary general ledger adjustments.
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of all general ledger accounts, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues.
• Proficient in overseeing bookkeeping tasks, including transaction recording, data entry, and maintaining accurate financial records.

• Ensure intercompany (I/C) accounts reconcile properly among all business units and work closely with the site teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate reporting.

• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of fixed asset addition and disposal packets, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
• Review fixed asset reconciliations monthly to ensure asset records match the general ledger.
• Oversee the visual lease system, ensuring that lease data is up to date and provide monthly lease entries to business units in accordance with accounting standards and reporting requirements.

• Support the annual budget and forecast process, collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to assist in the development of budgets and forecasts.

• Review and approve AP invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Oversee the management of company credit cards and expense reports to ensure timely processing and approval of transactions.

• Provide support for various ad-hoc accounting and finance projects, as assigned.

• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, with a strong emphasis on month-end close processes, financial reporting, and consolidation and minimum of 5 years leading staff members.
• Proven experience in leading month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all tasks.
• Extensive experience in preparing and reviewing financial reports, including balance sheet reconciliations and monthly accruals.
• Solid experience in managing the consolidation of financial statements for various entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and internal controls (e.g., GAAP).
• Experience in account reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and credit card/expense management.
• Public accounting experience is preferred.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Foundation Software, Net Suite, Fixed Asset Software (FAS), Visual Lease) and Microsoft Excel (moderate to advanced skills preferred).
• Strong analytical and…