Accounting Director (Process Improvement & Transformation)

Harmer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

RSUs

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an Accounting Director to drive process improvements and ERP transformations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting and a CPA, alongside 15-20 years of experience in large corporate environments. Responsibilities include redesigning accounting processes, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits in Houston, Texas.

Qualifications

• 15-20+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Experience in large, complex corporate environments.
• Demonstrated success leading transformation or ERP initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Redesign and align accounting processes for ERP implementation.
• Lead efforts to improve accounting work and scalability.
• Mentor and develop a team focused on continuous improvement.

Skills

Transformation leadership

Change management

Process improvement

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

MBA

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Lean

Six Sigma

Job description

Accounting Director (Process Improvement)

This range is provided by Harmer. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Additional compensation: Annual Bonus and RSUs

Opportunity Highlights:

• Newly created leadership role supporting various initiatives, including ERP transformation to consolidate and modernize accounting platforms
• High-visibility position working closely with senior controllership and finance leaders
• Emphasis on change leadership, scalability, and sustainable process design
• Opportunity to influence how accounting operates across a complex organization
• Excellent, comprehensive benefits offering

Responsibilities Include:

• Guide the redesign and alignment of accounting processes in support of ERP implementation
• Lead cross-functional efforts to improve how accounting work is performed and scaled
• Champion adoption of new systems, tools, Kathy with the introduction of new ways of working across accounting teams
• Identify inefficiencies and design practical, repeatable solutions that improve outcomes
• Establish priorities and sequencing for process improvement initiatives
• Track progress and ensure delivery of transformation milestones
• Partner with accounting leadership to drive consistent practices across business units
• Translate process changes into clear guidance for stakeholders atождения уровня
• Provide support and oversight during Bowen cycles as processes evolve
• Coordinate with audit partners to ensure controls and compliance remain effective
• Build, mentor, and develop a team focused on continuous improvement
• Contribute to broader finance transformation projects as needed

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; MBA preferred
• CPA required; Public accounting background strongly preferred
• 15-20+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Experience operating within large, complex corporate environments
• Demonstrated success leading transformation, change management, or ERP initiatives
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement frameworks such as Lean or Six Sigma
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting