Director of Accounting: Scale Ops & Lead Finance Team

Proven Recruiting, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Proven Recruiting, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Director of Accounting for e-Commerce to own the financial close, strengthen controls, and build a high-performing team. You will partner with the CFO and leaders to scale processes in a fast-growing environment.

You will lead the accounting group, mentor staff, improve forecasting, governance, policy development, and external audit coordination while delivering accurate, timely reporting and business insight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA required; preference for public accounting foundation.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leading and mentoring teams.
• Comprehensive understanding of accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and control environments.
• Demonstrated success in owning audit processes and collaborating with external audit and tax partners.
• Leader who thrives in fast-moving organizations and can shift seamlessly between big-picture direction and detailed execution.

Responsibilities

• Own and enhance the financial close and reporting process, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and insight.
• Lead, develop, and elevate the accounting team with a focus on execution, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Enhance operational and performance analysis to deliver meaningful insights that inform business decisions.
• Maintain strong accounting governance, including policies, internal controls, and tax-related oversight.
• Partner closely with the CFO and business leaders to improve forecasting, systems, operational reviews, and overall decision support.
• Play a key role in evolving operational reviews and improving how finance partners with the business.
• Act as a proactive problem solver who makes decisions, drives outcomes, and adds value beyond maintaining the status quo.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial reporting

Audit management

Internal controls

Team mentorship

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification

Job description

Proven Recruiting, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Director of Accounting for e-Commerce to own the financial close, strengthen controls, and build a high-performing team. You will partner with the CFO and leaders to scale processes in a fast-growing environment.

You will lead the accounting group, mentor staff, improve forecasting, governance, policy development, and external audit coordination while delivering accurate, timely reporting and business insight.