Director of Accounting Services

Rello Search Partners; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting Services for a client in Tampa. The ideal candidate will manage a large accounting department, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and developing team members. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with 6+ years of relevant experience. Competitive salary range from $100,000 to $120,000 annually. This is an onsite position, and only local candidates will be considered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of direct experience in accounting.
• 2+ years managing an accounting department of 6+ staff.
• Experience in Government/Not for Profit/Grant or Real Estate accounting desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a large accounting team.
• Ensure accurate recording of financial transactions per US GAAP.
• Manage performance and training of the accounting team.

Skills

Presentation skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license

Job description

Overview

Rello Search Partners is recruiting for a Director of Accounting Services with our client in Tampa to manage the department and staff. Our client is a private company in the real estate and property management services industry with multiple locations throughout the Tampa Bay area.

This is a high-visibility role reporting to the CFO and managing a large accounting department of 30+ staff to include 3-4 direct reports.

Only local candidates residing in Tampa and able to work onsite will be considered for the position. This is NOT a remote or hybrid role.

Compensation

Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, mentor and develop the accounting department consisting of 30+ staff and 3-4 direct reports.
• Provide accurate and timely recording of accounting transaction activities in accordance with US GAAP. This includes the preparation, review, and approval of monthly financial statements and applicable annual attest engagements / tax returns in a timely manner based on established deadlines.
• Responsible for ensuring internal controls are in place according to Corporate requirements.
• Ensure monthly financial statements prepared by Accountants are reviewed prior to distribution.
• Manage the accounting team performance with a focus on development and training.
• Provide timely information to external auditors to ensure timely completion of attest engagements/tax returns.
• Develop and implement consistent policies, procedures, accounting principles, best practices and reporting requirements throughout the accounting organization and ensures appropriate cross-training.
• Foster collaborative relationships with cross-functional stakeholders with a focus on customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university
• CPA license a plus but not required
• 6+ years of direct and relevant experience in accounting
• 2+ years of managing and supervising an accounting department of 6+ staff
• Government/Not for Profit/Grant or Real Estate/Property Management accounting highly desired
• Possess exceptional presentation and communication skills both written and verbal
• Some local travel may be required

Additional details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Government Administration, Real Estate, and Non-profit Organizations