Director of Financial & Advisory Services

Confidential; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Canton, OH seeks a Director of Financial & Accounting Services to lead its accounting advisory group. The role balances client service with employee development, managing multiple engagements, and guiding department growth.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting, strong leadership, and the ability to drive technical excellence across financial reporting, budgeting, and nonprofit guidance. This is a senior, partnership‑oriented opportunity with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years supervising or managing accounting professionals.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and accounting operations.
• Experience managing multiple client engagements, projects, or accounting responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop employees.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with accounting software, including QuickBooks and/or QuickBooks Online.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with clients and team members.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily department operations, including workload management, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals at various experience levels.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training and development opportunities.
• Establish clear expectations and maintain accountability for team performance.
• Promote a collaborative environment focused on professional development, client service, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee accounting and advisory engagements for multiple clients, including privately held businesses and nonprofit organizations.
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a resource for complex accounting and financial matters.
• Provide technical oversight of financial statements, reconciliations, month-end reporting, and other accounting deliverables.
• Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management, and financial decision-making.
• Provide guidance on nonprofit accounting and financial reporting.
• Ensure engagements are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established deadlines.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial reporting

General ledger

Client management

Mentoring

Budgeting

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Confidential in Canton, OH seeks a Director of Financial & Accounting Services to lead its accounting advisory group. The role balances client service with employee development, managing multiple engagements, and guiding department growth.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting, strong leadership, and the ability to drive technical excellence across financial reporting, budgeting, and nonprofit guidance. This is a senior, partnership‑oriented opportunity with growth potential.