Director of Finance & Accounting (Systems & Process Builder)

#twiceasnice Recruiting; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401(k) with Match

PTO

Bonus

Job summary

#twiceasnice Recruiting is seeking a Director of Finance & Accounting in Providence, Rhode Island. This full-time position involves leading accounting operations, financial reporting, and driving improvements within a growing organization.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, at least 7 years of experience in accounting and finance, and a strong grasp of US GAAP. This role offers significant visibility and opportunity to shape the future of the U.S. business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and statutory US reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting, treasury, and financial reporting.
• Transition accounting from outsourced to internal function.
• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

Skills

US GAAP

ERP systems

Accounting operations

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job description

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 + Benefits + Bonus

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Match, Life Insurance, + PTO

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical Hours: 8am – 5pm

Director of Finance & Accounting Description

Our client is looking for a Director of Finance & Accounting to join their team. Reporting directly to the U.S. General Manager, with a functional reporting relationship to the CFO in France, you will play a key role in building and strengthening the company’s U.S. finance function. This is a hands‑on, sole contributor opportunity for someone who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. The Director of Finance & Accounting will lead the transition of accounting operations from an outsourced provider to an internal function, establish scalable financial processes and controls, oversee U.S. GAAP‑compliant reporting, and drive ERP and business system optimization.

To be successful in this role, candidates should have a strong foundation in accounting and finance operations, experience working with ERP systems, and a proven ability to improve processes in a growing or evolving environment. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail‑oriented, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves while partnering with both local and international leadership teams. This role offers significant visibility within a global organization and the opportunity to shape the future of the U.S. business.

Director of Finance & Accounting Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting, treasury, financial reporting, and statutory reporting
• Own and drive the transition of accounting activities from an outsourced provider to an internal finance function, establishing scalable processes, controls, and best practices
• Execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Group reporting requirements
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock valuation and inventory controls
• Manage client accounts, execute proactive credit control, and oversee the debt collection process to optimize working capital
• Manage treasury operations including bank relations, cash optimization, and cash‑flow plans
• Ensure compliance with US federal and state tax regulations
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors, banks, and administrators
• Drive ERP and business systems optimization initiatives, ensuring financial processes, reporting structures, and data integrity support business growth and operational efficiency

Director of Finance & Accounting Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience required
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and statutory US reporting required
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems required