Accounting Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to shape financial strategy

Job summary

A well-established organization is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial operations and drive strategic planning. This role involves managing financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in accounting or finance and strong analytical skills. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for executive collaboration and influence over financial strategy.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and corporate financial management practices.
• Proven ability to develop financial strategies and analyze complex data.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Provide financial leadership to support business growth.
• Develop financial models to evaluate business performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

BI/reporting tools

Job description

About the Company

A well-established and growing organization is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial operations, drive strategic planning, and support continued business growth. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with executive leadership, influence financial strategy, and enhance operational performance across the organization.

Position Summary

The Director of Finance will oversee the company’s financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting functions. This hands-on leadership role will ensure financial integrity, improve processes, and provide actionable insights to guide decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, experience in both strategic and operational finance, and a proven ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Provide financial leadership and guidance to support strategic business initiatives and growth plans.
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance and drive profitability.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Partner with operations and executive leadership to identify cost efficiencies, monitor KPIs, and optimize performance.
• Prepare and present financial statements, reports, and dashboards for management and key stakeholders.
• Support and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.
• Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and cash flow forecasting.
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies as needed.
• Lead or support system improvements, automation, and financial process optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and corporate financial management best practices.
• Proven ability to develop financial strategies, analyze complex data, and communicate insights effectively.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills; experience with BI/reporting tools a plus.
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape financial strategy and influence company growth.
• Collaborative leadership culture and visible executive partnership.