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Director of Accounting

Job in St. Louis, Saint Louis, St. Louis city, Missouri, 63105, USA
Listing for: Accounting Career Consultants
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-22
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: St. Louis

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.

  • 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

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