Director of Accounting/Corporate Controller

NACBA; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Lucrative retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

NACBA in Columbus, GA is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting Services to lead all accounting operations for a diverse portfolio including hospitality, real estate, and restaurant entities. The role emphasizes strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and strategic guidance for senior leadership.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, CPA preferred, and proven leadership to supervise staff across multiple entities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years progressive accounting experience with leadership
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, budgeting, payroll, tax reporting, and multi-entity consolidation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations for multiple entities including general ledger, month-end close, and 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 sales, occupancy and other regulatory tax filings and tax information preparation for external advisors.
• Lead audits, lender reporting, and support acquisitions, development and property management accounting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Multi-entity management

Tax reporting

Internal controls

Payroll/AP/AR

Excel proficiency

Audits/compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

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.

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.