Director, Accounting

Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home.

Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin's Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people - with a team of over 800 and growing - fostering our employees' careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.

We are looking for a dynamic, broad-thinking Director of Accounting to serve as a strategic financial leader within our organization. The ideal candidate combines technical accounting expertise with a process improvement mindset and a strong operational instinct. This individual will play a pivotal role in strengthening our financial infrastructure, influencing key decisions and fostering collaboration across company stakeholders.

In This Role

Accounting Leadership & Financial Oversight

• Partner with executive leadership to support the growth and scalability of the business
• Oversee global accounting operations, including financial reporting, payroll, treasury, and tax
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements
• Lead the acceleration and optimization of the general ledger close process
• Proactively identify financial risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities, and develop actionable solutions
• Support capital allocation decisions, business initiatives, and long-term financial planning

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee technical accounting matters, including complex transactions, new accounting standards adoption, and policy development
• Establish and maintain accounting policies in alignment with evolving regulatory and business requirements
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements and underlying data
• Serve as a key resource for technical accounting guidance across the organization

Process Improvement & Systems Optimization

• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and workflows to support a high-growth environment
• Develop and maintain a forward-looking roadmap for accounting and finance initiatives, ensuring accountability for execution and results
• Leverage technology to build scalable, efficient processes and improve the overall user experience for internal stakeholders
• Evaluate existing systems and processes to identify automation and optimization opportunities

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Establish, maintain, and enhance internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk
• Evaluate processes and controls for effectiveness, identifying gaps and implementing improvements
• Support audit readiness and ensure adherence to internal and external compliance requirements

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Serve as a key liaison across departments, ensuring financial considerations are integrated into business decisions and initiatives
• Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, and other business functions to drive alignment and informed decision-making
• Participate in strategic, cross-functional projects and provide financial leadership and insight

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and mentor a team to deliver results aligned with Four Hands' strategic objectives
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members, encouraging idea sharing and best practices
• Foster individual growth and skill enhancement through regular feedback, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
• Monitor progress towards goals through regular check-ins and performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to analyze performance outcomes, identify areas for enhancement, and propose innovative solutions.
• Foster a culture of trust, teamwork, and collaboration, promoting continuous improvement and employee engagement

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications
• Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team
  • Be open and honest
  • Reach for excellence
  • Act with responsibility
  • Value the whole person
  • Enjoy the journey

The Ideal Person

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a director, senior or supervisory capacity
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Deep technical accounting experience: GAAP, financial reporting, tax and complex transaction
• Demonstrated ability to own and interpret the full suite of financial statements
• Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and relationship-building
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
• Results driven with a high sense of urgency, taking ownership and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Always act with integrity in all ways, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all…