Director of Accounting

Express Employment Professionals - South Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - South Colorado Springs is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead a small accounting team in Colorado Springs, CO. This hands-on leader will balance strategic financial planning with day-to-day execution to keep deadlines and accuracy intact.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, budgeting, and internal controls, plus experience presenting results to executives and the board.

Qualifications

• Progressive accounting experience with leadership exposure.
• Experience presenting financial information to executives or board.
• Background in budgeting, audits, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Develop and manage budgets; monitor performance and variances.
• Prepare reports for executives and the Board.
• Lead month-end close, audits, reconciliations, and controls.
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Coach and develop the accounting team; hands-on when needed.
• Identify and improve accounting processes and systems.
• Collaborate with leadership on organizational initiatives.
• Foster a culture of empathy, accountability, and development.

Skills

GAAP

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Leadership

Internal controls

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Director of Accounting | Colorado Springs, CO

Schedule: In-office

Reports to: Executive Director

Are you an experienced accounting leader who enjoys balancing financial strategy, technical accounting, and people leadership?

We are partnering with an established organization in Colorado Springs seeking a Director of Accounting to lead its accounting function and serve as a key member of the leadership team.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who can think strategically, communicate financial information effectively, and develop a strong accounting team. The ideal candidate is comfortable moving between high-level financial planning and stepping into day-to-day accounting when needed to support the team and keep things moving.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee the organization's accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Develop and manage organizational budgets, monitor performance, and analyze financial variances.
• Prepare financial reporting for executive leadership and present financial results to the Board.
• Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, audits, reconciliations, internal controls, and other core accounting functions.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic planning and organizational decision-making.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team through training, mentorship, and hands-on support.
• Step into day-to-day accounting functions when needed to troubleshoot issues, support deadlines, and strengthen team capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, controls, and workflows.
• Collaborate with leadership and other departments on organizational initiatives and strategic planning.
• Foster a team culture built on empathy, respect, accountability, and continuous development.

The Team

You will lead a small accounting team that includes:

• Senior Accountant

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• CPA preferred, but not required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; 7+ years preferred.
• 2+ years of senior-level leadership or management experience.
• Strong experience with budgeting, financial reporting, audits, compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership and/or Board-level stakeholders.
• Experience working within a complex accounting environment with multiple compliance, reporting, or funding requirements.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems and technology.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and team-development skills.
• Experience in a mission-driven, nonprofit, or similarly complex organization is a plus.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who can comfortably operate at both the strategic and hands-on levels.

You may be a strong fit if you enjoy developing people, improving processes, translating financial information into meaningful business insights, and partnering with leadership to support organizational goals.

Just as importantly, this organization values a leader who leads with kindness and empathy while maintaining clear expectations and accountability. The right person will be collaborative, approachable, and willing to roll up their sleeves alongside their team when needed.

If you're an accounting leader looking for an opportunity where your financial expertise, leadership skills, and ability to make a meaningful organizational impact can all come together, we'd love to hear from you.