Director of Accounting

CFS; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403B retirement plan

PTO 3 weeks + holidays

Open-door leadership culture

Job summary

CFS in Columbia, MD seeks a strategic, hands-on Director of Accounting to lead all accounting and financial operations for a mission-driven nonprofit with $25–$27 million in revenue. This role reports to the Executive Director and Board, influencing financial strategy, operations, and long-term growth.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $140,000–$150,000 with a bonus up to 5%, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within a stable, long-tenured leadership team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 8–10+ years progressive accounting and finance experience with proven management experience.
• Senior living or hospitality industry experience.
• CPA preferred and strong GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting, budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Prepare annual operating budgets and interim financial reports.
• Ensure GAAP compliance, strong internal controls, and audit readiness.
• Manage monthly close, general ledger, debt service, taxes, and insurance.
• Coordinate the annual financial statement audit and Medicare Cost Report.
• Lead, develop, and support the finance team.
• Serve as a trusted partner to leadership and the Board.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Leadership

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPA preferred

Job description

Full-Time | On-Site in Columbia, MD

Our client in Columbia, MD is seeking a strategic, hands‑on Director of Accounting to lead all accounting and financial operations for a growing, mission‑driven non‑profit service organization with $25–$27 million. This is a highly visible role offering direct access to the Executive Director and Board, with meaningful influence over financial strategy, operations, and long‑term growth.

Offering

• Salary: $140,000–$150,000
• Bonus: Up to 5%
• Medical, dental, vision insurance via United HealthCare with multiple plans to chose from
• PTO starting at 3 weeks plus holidays and floating day
• 403B retirement plan+ company match
• Mission‑driven organization with a strong sense of purpose
• Open‑door leadership culture
• Direct access to executive leadership and Board
• Stable organization with long‑tenured leaders
• Opportunity for growth within an evolving leadership team

What You’ll Do As a Director Of Accounting

• Oversee all accounting, budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis
• Prepare annual operating budgets and interim financial reports
• Ensure GAAP compliance, strong internal controls, and audit readiness
• Manage monthly close, general ledger, debt service, taxes, and insurance
• Coordinate the annual financial statement audit and Medicare Cost Report
• Lead, develop, and support the finance team
• Serve as a trusted partner to leadership and the Board

Director Of Accounting Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
• CPA preferred
• 8-10+years progressive accounting and finance experience with proven management experience
• Senior living or hospitality industry experience
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial leadership experience
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment and discretion
• Detail‑oriented, accurate, and collaborative communicator

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