Director of Accounting

Tom Trese; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese in Tempe, Arizona, is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead a team of accounting professionals and oversee financial operations. This strategic role focuses on driving accountability and operational efficiency within the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 5+ years of leadership experience, and strong technical expertise. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence the direction of the accounting department and enhance reporting processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience.
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
• Experience leading teams and managing complex multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing accounting teams.
• Drive accountability, operational efficiency, and process improvement.
• Standardize workflows and improve reporting through data and analytics.

Skills

Leadership in accounting

Process improvement

Technical accounting

Advanced Excel skills

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

The Director of Accounting will lead an accounting management team, directly supervise two Controllers that oversee a staff of 20 accountants, and partner closely with the SVP of Financial Operations on strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and departmental direction.

This is far more than a traditional “close the books” accounting role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing accounting teams
• Drive accountability, operational efficiency, and process improvement
• Standardize workflows and improve reporting through data and analytics
• Navigate complex financial conversations with boards and leadership teams
• Serve as a technical accounting resource across the organization
• Help scale systems, controls, reporting, and accounting operations
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, IT, training, and business development teams

Additional Areas of Responsibility

• Oversight of monthly financial reporting and reviews
• Managing complex multi-entity accounting environments
• Supporting audits, internal controls, and SSAE-18 / SOC compliance
• Leading accounting integrations for acquisitions
• Developing KPIs, dashboards, and departmental metrics
• Driving technology enhancements and accounting system improvements
• Coaching and mentoring Controllers and accounting staff

Ideal Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
• Advanced Excel skills including Power Query, macros, pivot tables, and large data analysis
• Experience leading teams
• CPA preferred

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking accounting leader who thrives in high-volume environments, enjoys solving operational challenges, and knows how to elevate both people and processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a strategic leadership role with strong visibility and influence across the organization.