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Accounting Director

Accounting Director

CSM GroupPortage, MI, US
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Accounting Director

Reporting directly to the Controller, the Accounting Director is responsible for developing and maintaining strong accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements.

You will oversee project accounting, payroll, and financial accounting. Direct reports include the Accounting Manager, who is responsible for billing, accounts payable and accounts receivable teams, the Payroll Specialist and the Financial Accountant. This position works in partnership with various departments and the accounting team on financial statements, variance analysis and many ad hoc projects. As a key leader in Finance and Accounting, you are involved in decision-making and the strategic direction for the department.

This is a full-time FLSA-exempt position. It requires at least 40 work hours per week, with the ability to work more if necessary.

Financial Leadership & Asset Protection

  • Manages and supports the Accounting Department by assisting in setting department goals, ensuring we have the staffing and resources necessary to meet the strategic objectives of the company, and supporting the Accounting employees' individual growth.
  • Directs the general ledger financial reporting of the organization, ensuring the historic performance is accurate and timely to enable the leadership team to make decisions using the most accurate financial information available.
  • Reports on the cash flow of the Company to the Controller and assists with treasury management activities.

Accounting Operations

  • Financial Management : Oversee financial reporting of construction projects.
  • Accounting Oversight : Manage the accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely bookkeeping, payroll, and compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • Cost Control : Implement and monitor cost control measures to maximize profitability and manage project costs effectively.
  • Project Accounting : Ensure accurate tracking of project expenses, revenues, and profitability, working closely with project leaders and the Accounting Manager.
  • Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
  • Works with the Leadership Team on cost accounting.

    • Financial Analysis

  • Prepares financial statements, analyzes financial reports, and audits financial data.
  • Reports overhead and margin measurement.
  • Develops and reports on variance analysis to the budget.
  • Optimizes accounting processes and increases the accuracy and reliability of financial data through responsible use of technology and attention to detail.

    • Department Administration

  • Works with the Controller in strategic planning and goal setting for the department.
  • Works with outside agencies to complete company financial audits.
  • Leads the Accounting staff reporting to this position, providing guidance, accountability, mentorship, training, holding regular 1 : 1s, and offering support and guidance on career pathing.
  • Provides guidance to other departments on financial matters.

    • Performs other related duties as assigned.

    Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance function.
  • CPA preferred, but not required.
  • Five years' experience in construction accounting a plus.
  • Five years' small team (3-10) Management experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
  • Experience in Procore, Sage and Construction ERP software or the ability to learn to navigate and use the software quickly is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, technology proficiency, analytical and management skills.
  • Proficiency in relevant accounting standards and requirements, such as GAAP, International Financial Reporting Standards.
  • We are a People First company, and must be team-oriented with a servant leadership mentality.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to prioritize work.
  • Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure and juggle multiple duties.

    • Competency Requirements

  • Customer Focus
  • You gain insight into customer needs.
  • You identify opportunities that benefit the customer.
  • You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations.
  • You establish and maintain effective customer relationships.
  • Directs Work
  • You provide clear direction and accountabilities.
  • You delegate and distribute assignments and decisions appropriately.
  • You monitor progress by maintaining dialogue on work and results.
  • You provide appropriate guidance and direction based on people's capabilities.
  • You intervene as needed to remove obstacles.
  • Manages Conflict
  • You step up to conflict and see it as an opportunity.
  • You work out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably.
  • You facilitate breakthroughs by integrating diverse views and finding common ground or acceptable alternatives.
  • You settle differences productively with minimum noise.
  • Resourcefulness
  • You effectively organize resources (people, material, etc.) to get things done.
  • You effectively orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish your project.
  • You get the most out of limited resources.
  • You apply knowledge of internal structures, processes, and culture to resourcing efforts.

    • Benefits for this position include :

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Package
  • Eligibility begins on the date of hire
  • Telemedicine included in benefit package at no additional charge to employee
  • Company provided annual HSA contributions
  • Dependent care FSA, Medical FSA, Limited care FSA
  • 15 days' paid time off per year
  • Regularly scheduled, full-time employees begin accruing PTO from their start date of hire, with increases occurring after designated years of service. Employees can accrue a maximum of 1.5 times the annual accrual amount.
  • Holiday Pay
  • 6 Paid U.S. Holidays
  • 2 Paid Floating Holidays (employees hired on or after July 1 will receive 1 Floating holiday 1st year.)
  • Retirement Savings Plan 401(k)
  • Employees have the option to contribute to Traditional and / or Roth 401(k) plans.
  • Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
  • Individual & group learning sessions on portfolio planning
  • 100% vesting after 3 years of service
  • Bi-weekly cell phone stipend
  • Employer Paid Enhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Including but not limited to : Emotional well-being, family and relationships, legal and financial matters, healthy lifestyles, work and life transitions
  • Access to EAP professionals 24 hours a day, seven days a week
  • 3 face-to-face sessions with a counselor (per area of support per household per calendar year)
  • Service includes eligible dependents
  • Personal, competency-based development program to assist in future career growth
  • Paid Parental Leave Policy : Maternal, Paternal & Adoption
  • Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Optional Term Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Annual apparel allotment
  • Corporate and Community Events

    • Physical Demands & Work Environment Jobsite

    The physical demands & work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please reach out to People Operations should you require such accommodation(s).

    While performing this job, the employee may be regularly required to drive to and from the jobsites / assigned locations, sit, walk, stand, talk, hear, and smell. A major portion of the employees' tasks require extensive walking around the job

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