Director of Accounting Job Philadelphia area,Pennsylvania USA,Accounting

Director of Accounting

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization located in Philadelphia, PA. We are in search of a Director of Accounting. The Director of Accounting plays a critical role in leading day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting while supporting the Controller and broader Finance leadership team. This position serves as the operational backbone of the Accounting function, combining hands-on execution with strategic oversight of compliance, controls, and process improvement.

The Director of Accounting oversees core accounting functions, leads the financial close, strengthens internal controls, and drives continuous improvement across systems and workflows. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, proven leadership experience, and the ability to operate both tactically and strategically in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations and Compliance
Financial Close and Reporting
Controller Support and Leadership
Process Improvement and Systems Oversight
Team Leadership and Development
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
Experience working with ERP or accounting systems such as JD Edwards, Oracle, SAP, Net Suite, or Dynamics
Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain accounting concepts to non-finance stakeholders
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

CPA or active pursuit of CPA certification strongly preferred
Experience supporting external audits
Background in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, or multi-entity environments
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional partners
Experience with process improvement initiatives, automation, or ERP implementations

Skills and Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Confident, hands-on leadership style
Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
Strong understanding of internal controls and process optimization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Military connected talent encouraged to apply.