Director of Accounting

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The Director of Accounting leads the general accounting function for Milestone Contractors LP, ensuring the integrity of financial statements, overseeing the full-cycle accounting close process, and directing the financial statement audit. This role provides strategic oversight of accounting operations — including accounts receivable, accounts payable, collections, payroll, and payroll tax — while serving as a key business partner to operations and project leadership.

The Director of Accounting drives a culture of accuracy, compliance, continuous improvement, and accountability across the accounting team.

• Establishes strategic direction for the general accounting department, defining processes, performance standards, and operational practices that drive accuracy, standardization, efficiency, and scalability across all accounting functions.
• Sets enterprise standards for construction accounting principles, GAAP application, internal controls, and compliance requirements, ensuring alignment with regulatory obligations and organizational risk management priorities.
• Owns and accelerates the month-end and year-end close processes, driving standardization, automation, and a reliable close calendar to consistently meet defined timeliness and quality expectations.
• Directs the financial statement audit — including preparation, supporting schedules, and coordination with external auditors — serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring accurate, timely delivery to all reporting stakeholders.
• Drives effective communication and coordination with operations and project leadership to provide accurate, insightful financial reporting and analysis that supports data-driven decision-making.
• Oversees accounts receivable, collections and dispute resolution, accounts payable, payroll, and payroll tax functions; collaborates with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve AR/AP issues and ensure operational continuity.
• Supports the financial reporting package and KPIs within EPM; ensures accuracy and timeliness of entity-level financial reporting and delivers compliance and treasury support including contractor prequalification.
• Accountable for the performance, development, and engagement of the Accounting team; leads, coaches, and influences through relationships and expertise to build a high-performing, values-aligned accounting organization.
• Leads evaluation and adoption of available and emerging technology platforms to deliver scalable, efficient accounting solutions; maintains expert awareness of relevant tools and recommends improvements to drive operational excellence.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of company financial information in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; equivalent demonstrated work experience may be considered required.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in public and/or corporate accounting required.
• 10+ years of demonstrated experience in financial reporting, cost accounting, accounts payable/receivable, credit management, collections, and payroll, with applied knowledge of GAAP and internal controls required.
• 5+ years of experience leading, developing, and influencing a team of direct and indirect reports in an accounting or finance function required.

• In-depth understanding of financial reporting, construction accounting, GAAP principles, and internal controls to guide teams, ensure compliance, and support business objectives.
• Strong skill in leading, evaluating, and improving processes related to financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls, with the ability to drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead teams, make sound decisions, and balance operational and people priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced financial…