Director of Accounting

Director of Accounting

Location: Nassau County, NY (Long Island), Onsite 4‑5 days per week

Compensation: $170,000 – $190,000 base plus bonus

Our client, a highly regarded law firm with an established reputation for excellence, is seeking a strategic and hands‑on Director of Accounting
. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of accounting operations across multiple offices.

The ideal candidate is a CPA‑qualified leader who blends technical expertise in GAAP with the ability to mentor a high‑performing team and serve as a financial partner to the firm’s executive leadership.

• Department Leadership: Own and manage all daily accounting operations, including General Ledger, A/P, A/R, specialized legal billing, and a rigorous month‑end close process.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Oversee the preparation of comprehensive financial statements, ensuring strict adherence to GAAP and firm policies.
• Team Development: Manage and mentor a dedicated accounting team, fostering a culture of professional growth, collaboration, and high performance.
• Strategic Partnership: Act as a key advisor to leadership by providing actionable financial insights, variance analysis, and data‑driven support for strategic decision‑making.
• Operational Excellence: Design and implement robust internal controls, process improvements, and best practices to enhance departmental efficiency.
• Consolidation & Audits: Ensure the accurate consolidation of financial data across multiple offices/subsidiaries and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting; experience managing multi‑entity or multi‑office consolidations is essential.
• Industry Background: While law firm experience is a plus, we welcome leaders from mid‑to‑large corporate environments who understand professional services dynamics.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel and modern ERP/Accounting systems; exceptional communication skills with the ability to present financial data to non‑finance stakeholders.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.