Director of Finance

GHJ; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

GHJ Search and Staffing, the recruitment division of GHJ, is partnering with a fast-growing global organization to appoint an experienced Director of Finance in Atlanta. This is a hands-on leadership role balancing strategic oversight with deep technical accounting expertise.

The Director will lead the local accounting and finance function, drive month-end close, coordinate a multi-member team, and partner with senior leadership to scale processes and controls as the organization expands.

Qualifications

• Active CPA required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting and finance team.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting operations and the month-end close process.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Provide leadership and support throughout the annual audit process.
• Evaluate accounting processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement; strengthen processes and infrastructure to support continued organizational growth.
• Assess departmental needs and help develop the future structure of the finance and accounting function.
• Provide oversight across key accounting activities and operational finance matters.
• Partner cross-functionally with business leaders and other departments.
• Collaborate proactively with finance leadership across a global organization.
• Coach, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.
• Support additional strategic finance and accounting initiatives as needed.

Education

CPA license

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

Job description

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

We are partnering with a fast-growing, global organization seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead its Atlanta-based accounting and finance function.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who can balance strategic leadership with strong technical accounting expertise. The Director of Finance will oversee accounting operations, lead and develop the local finance team, strengthen processes and controls, and partner closely with senior leadership as the organization continues to grow.

The ideal candidate will be a strong people leader who is comfortable operating in a dynamic environment and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and get into the details when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting and finance team
• Oversee full-cycle accounting operations and the month-end close process
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Provide leadership and support throughout the annual audit process
• Evaluate accounting processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for improvementStrengthen processes and infrastructure to support continued organizational growth
• Assess departmental needs and help develop the future structure of the finance and accounting function
• Provide oversight across key accounting activities and operational finance matters
• Partner cross-functionally with business leaders and other departments
• Collaborate proactively with finance leadership across a global organization
• Coach, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members
• Support additional strategic finance and accounting initiatives as needed

Qualifications

• Active CPA required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

$130,000 - $185,000 a year

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