Director of Accounting/Corporate Controller

Cobb Community Foundation; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cobb Community Foundation seeks an experienced Director of Accounting Services to oversee all accounting and financial operations for a diverse portfolio, including hospitality, restaurant, and real estate management entities. You will lead day-to-day accounting, ensure accurate reporting, and strengthen internal controls.

The role requires strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership, and the ability to manage multiple entities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience managing multiple entities and complex accounting operations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cash management.
• Ensure timely tax filings and compliance.
• Support audits, lender reporting, and external reviews.
• Lead and develop accounting staff.
• Consolidate multi-entity financial reporting as needed.
• Assist with budgets and financial projections.

Skills

Financial statement prep

Budgeting

Payroll processing

Multi-entity accounting

Staff leadership

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Director of Accounting Services to oversee all accounting and financial operations for a diverse portfolio that includes hospitality, restaurant, and real estate management entities. This leadership role is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and providing strategic financial guidance to support organizational goals.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership experience, and the ability to manage multiple entities in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, month-end and year-end close processes, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and banking relationships.
• Ensure timely and accurate sales tax, occupancy tax, and other regulatory filings.
• Coordinate the preparation of financial information and supporting schedules for income tax returns and external tax advisors.
• Monitor and manage fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and asset management activities.
• Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial projections for multiple entities.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to ownership and executive leadership.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Assist with audits, financial reviews, and lender reporting requirements.
• Support acquisition, development, and property management accounting functions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Perform additional accounting and financial management duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Lucrative retirement plan benefits.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Columbus, Georgia. Qualified candidates should submit a resume, professional references, and salary requirements for consideration.

Qualifications - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience.
• Demonstrated work history showing increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of financial statement preparation, budgeting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and tax reporting.
• Experience managing multiple entities and complex accounting operations.
• Proven leadership and staff management experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Professional references required.

Qualifications - Preferred

• CPA designation.
• Experience with Sage
• Experience in hospitality, restaurant, real estate, or property management accounting.
• Experience with multi-entity financial reporting and consolidations.