Director of Accounting & Tax

Jobot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Bonus structure

Paid time off & holidays

On-site in Austin, TX

Breakfast and lunch provided daily

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot in Austin, TX is seeking a Director of Accounting & Tax to own the full accounting and tax function across multiple entities. This leadership role partners with the VP of Accounting and executive team to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and scalable processes.

Responsibilities include close, reconciliations, audits, budgeting, tax compliance, and NetSuite optimization with AI-driven automation to boost efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or Master's preferred.
• 10+ years progressive accounting experience with leadership.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and external audit experience.
• Onsite five days per week in Austin, TX.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, intercompany eliminations, and financial reporting across multiple entities.
• Manage daily accounting operations, including AP/AR, billing, inventory, payroll, and treasury.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with US GAAP, ASC 606, ASC 842.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and executive reporting packages.
• Lead external audits and coordinate with tax advisors across multiple tax areas.
• Partner with VP of Accounting on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee federal, state, and multi-state tax compliance; optimize NetSuite with AI-driven automation.

Skills

Leadership & team management

US GAAP & financial reporting

Audit coordination

Month-end close

Treasury management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Director of Accounting & Tax

Growing Mission Critical Construction company seeking experienced Director of Accounting & Tax in Austin!

Our client is seeking a Director of Accounting & Tax to lead and own the full accounting and tax function across their multi-entity organization. This is a leadership role responsible for the integrity, efficiency, and scalability of all accounting operations - from daily accounting and close to financial reporting, external audit, and federal and state tax compliance. The Director will serve as a key partner to the VP of Accounting and executive leadership, translating strategic priorities into sound financial operations and controls.

Location: Austin, TX

Salary: $140,000 - $150,000 per year

Why join us

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance covered for the employee and contributions for dependents
• Competitive base salary and bonus structure
• Paid time off and holidays
• Local office in Austin, TX (this is an in-office role)
• Paid breakfast and lunch daily
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly growing company and booming industry

Job Scope

• Oversee month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, intercompany eliminations, and financial reporting across multiple entities.
• Manage daily accounting operations, including AP/AR, billing, inventory, payroll, and treasury.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with US GAAP, ASC 606, and ASC 842.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and executive reporting packages.
• Lead external audits, technical accounting matters, and audit documentation.
• Partner with the VP of Accounting on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee federal, state, and multi-state tax compliance, coordinating with external tax advisors.
• Optimize NetSuite and implement AI-driven automation to improve accounting efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or Master's preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership and team management.
• Strong hands-on experience with accounting operations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Proven experience managing external audits and coordinating with tax advisors across multiple tax areas.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and accounting compliance requirements.
• NetSuite experience preferred; systems implementation and optimization experience a plus.
• Must be comfortable working onsite five days per week.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.