Director of Finance And Accounting

Staff Financial Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Financial Group seeks an experienced finance leader in Atlanta, Georgia, to manage accounting operations and deliver strategic financial insights. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related fields, along with 10+ years in the accounting industry, particularly in construction or real estate.

The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments, has a strong grasp of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, and is skilled in advanced Excel and financial modeling. Lead financial teams and partner with construction operations to drive growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience within residential or commercial construction, homebuilding, or real estate development.
• Strong background in financial reporting and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Provide financial planning and strategic support.
• Translate financial data into actionable insights.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Financial modeling

Job costing

Project accounting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

MBA preferred

CPA preferred but not required

Tools

Construction ERP systems

Project accounting software

Job description

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience within residential construction, homebuilding, commercial construction, real estate development, or a related industry.
• Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Experience leading accounting and finance teams.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong understanding of job costing, project accounting, and construction financial reporting.

Preferred

• MBA preferred.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Experience serving as a Director of Finance, Controller, Finance Director, or similar leadership role.
• Experience working within privately held or entrepreneurial organizations.
• Experience with construction ERP systems and project accounting software.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on finance leader who can manage day‑to‑day accounting operations while also providing financial planning, forecasting, profitability analysis, and strategic support to ownership and operational leadership. They thrive in a growing organization, enjoy partnering with construction and operations teams, and can translate financial data into actionable business insights.