Director of Accounting

VIVA Railings, LLC is consistently recognized on the Inc. 500/5000 list of America's fastest-growing companies. We are a growth-driven organization committed to developing our people through clear career pathways, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities for advancement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Director of Accounting is a senior financial leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing the company's core accounting operations. This role provides strategic direction and hands-on management across month-end close, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions. The Director ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of all financial reporting in accordance with GAAP while driving process improvements, maintaining strong internal controls, and leveraging ERP systems to support scalable business growth.

Month-End Close

• Own and manage the full month-end and year-end close process, ensuring completion within established deadlines
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Maintain and improve a close calendar; identify and resolve bottlenecks to continuously shorten the close cycle
• Coordinate with FP&A for management reporting packages
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled and supported on monthly basis

Accounting Operation

• Oversee the AR and AP functions by directing Controller and AR lead.
• Monitor aging reports and work of collection analyst and compliance
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in compliance with applicable accounting standards
• Direct the AP function including vendor invoice processing, payment runs, and expense management
• Implement and enforce internal controls, inventory management and valuation, purchase order matching, and approval workflows

Payroll

• Supervise the payroll specialist on weekly and semi-monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and reporting requirements
• Coordinate with HR on new hires, terminations, garnishments, and benefit deductions
• Oversee payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals as part of the month-end close

Systems & Technology

• Serve as an accounting super-user and subject matter expert for ERP platforms
• Lead system upgrades, implementations, and integrations in partnership with IT
• Identify automation opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency across accounting workflows
• Maintain system integrity through robust master data governance and user access controls

Leadership & Compliance

• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team; set clear goals and provide ongoing feedback
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, HR, and Legal to support business initiatives
• Support external audits and tax preparation by providing required documentation
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls; ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX (if applicable), and company policies
• Contribute to the development of accounting policies, procedures, and best practices

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a management or leadership role
• Deep expertise in month-end close, AR, AP, and payroll operations
• Hands-on experience with Construction ERP system CMIC or Sage (Sage 100, 300, Intacct, or Sage X3) or Net Suite
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Demonstrated ability to manage, develop, and motivate accounting teams

Preferred

• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification
• Familiarity with job costing, WIP schedules, and AIA billing
• Experience supporting external audits and working with public accounting firms
• Track record of leading ERP implementations or significant system migrations