Director of Accounting

BSI Engineering; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

401(k) with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Telecommuting Policy

Job summary

BSI Engineering is seeking a strategic Director of Accounting in Mason, OH to lead our accounting team and drive accurate financial reporting, controls, and compliance. This role partners with leadership to support strategic decisions and continuous improvement across the finance function.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands‑on leadership, and excellent communication skills to foster accountability and growth within a dynamic employee‑owned culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, internal controls and process improvement.
• ERP system experience required; Deltek Vantagepoint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly close, financial statements, reconciliations and general ledger activity.
• Monitor financial performance and provide analysis of results, budgets and business metrics.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax prep and external CPA relationships.
• Support Deltek Vantagepoint ERP administration and enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA preferred

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

ERP system

Job description

Position Summary

The Director of Accounting is responsible for leading BSI’s accounting operations while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of the company's financial processes. This role oversees financial reporting, budgeting support, cash management, compliance activities, payroll oversight, and internal controls while leading a team of accounting staff. The role reports to the Vice President of Business Operations and directly manages a team Accounting Specialists, Billing Specialists and Accounts Payable staff.

Position Summary

The Director of Accounting is responsible for leading BSI’s accounting operations while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of the company's financial processes. This role oversees financial reporting, budgeting support, cash management, compliance activities, payroll oversight, and internal controls while leading a team of accounting staff. The role reports to the Vice President of Business Operations and directly manages a team Accounting Specialists, Billing Specialists and Accounts Payable staff.

As a key business partner, the Director of Accounting works closely with leadership across the organization to provide financial insights, improve processes, support strategic decision-making, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. This position plays an important checks-and-balances role within the organization, helping safeguard the accuracy of financial information and ensuring sound financial stewardship.

The ideal candidate is a strategic yet hands‑on accounting leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and driving organizational success. They combine strong technical accounting expertise with excellent communication and leadership skills.

This individual is highly organized, analytical, and detail‑oriented, with a natural ability to identify risks, solve problems, and strengthen financial controls. They thrive in a collaborative environment, embrace accountability, and serve as a trusted resource to leaders and employee-owners across the organization. Most importantly, they embody BSI's Core Values and lead by example through integrity, ownership, continuous improvement, and a commitment to excellence.

Essential Functions

• Lead all accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Oversee the monthly close process, financial statements, reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Monitor financial performance and provide analysis of results, forecasts, budgets, and key business metrics.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Manage cash flow, payroll funding requirements, and treasury‑related activities.
• Ensure payroll funding and oversee payroll related reconciliations, accounting entries and financial controls.
• Support administration and continuous improvement of the Deltek Vantagepoint ERP system.
• Oversee fixed assets, accounts receivable risk management, and collection activities.
• Manage tax filings, regulatory compliance, business registrations, and related reporting requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax preparation, 401(k) audits, and relationships with external CPA firms.
• Administer and support BSI's Shareholder Program, including shareholder transactions, distributions, and stock valuation activities.
• Facilitate the annual budgeting process and support incentive compensation programs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
• CPA and/or Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, internal controls, and process improvement.
• ERP system experience required.
• Deltek Vantagepoint experience preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Office Suite skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proven leadership and team development experience.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and business partnership abilities.
• Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Why Join BSI?

At BSI, our employees are more than team members. They are owners. As an employee‑owned company, we all share in the success of the organization and are committed to building a strong future together. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth, development, and well‑being. Our culture is built around our BSI Core Values and a shared commitment to creating meaningful impact for our clients, employees, and communities.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Generous performance‑based bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership and shareholder participation
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Charitable Effort Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Telecommuting Policy
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

BSI Core Values

• Be Someone Inspiring
• Be Someone Invested
• Be Someone Improving
• Be Someone Innovative
• Be Someone Impactful
• Be Someone Involved
• Be Someone In Demand