Director of Accounting

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting to lead core accounting operations, financial reporting, audit readiness, and team development. This is a highly visible role with impact on financial processes, controls, and strategic initiatives.

The role requires CPA, 8+ years of experience (public and industry preferred), and manufacturing leadership experience, with ERP system involvement. Location focused in Michigan, Troy area as a key market.

Qualifications

• CPA certification is required.
• Minimum 8 years of accounting experience, ideally with a mix of public and industry roles.
• Experience leading manufacturing accounting teams and implementing ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close per US GAAP.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, entries, and record integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Financial reporting

US GAAP

Audit readiness

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

LHH is seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting for an innovative, growth-focused organization. This opportunity will lead core accounting operations, financial reporting, audit readiness, and team development. This is a highly visible role and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on financial processes, controls, and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee general ledger management, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial record integrity in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation procedures across the organization.
• Direct the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including cash application, collections, vendor management, and working capital optimization.
• Partner with external auditors and tax advisors, serving as the primary contact for year-end audits and compliance matters.
• Ensure financial records are organized, thoroughly supported, and prepared for due diligence activities, including earnings-quality reviews.
• Prepare financial statements, executive reporting packages, and consolidated financial results.
• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
• Drive enhancements to accounting systems, reporting capabilities, and reconciliation processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA, required
• 8+ years of experience
• Ideally a blend of public accounting and industry experience
• Manufacturing industry and leadership experience
• ERP experience
• Proven ability to develop teams and improve processes