Director of Finance & Accounting

Director of Finance & Accounting
Location:
Warwick, Rhode Island
Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 + Benefits + Bonus
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Match, Life Insurance, + PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical

Hours:

8am - 5pm

Director of Finance & Accounting Description

Our client is looking for a Director of Finance & Accounting to join their team. Reporting directly to the U.S. General Manager, with a functional reporting relationship to the CFO in France, you will play a key role in building and strengthening the company's U.S. finance function. This is a hands-on, sole contributor opportunity for someone who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and driving operational excellence.

The Director of Finance & Accounting will lead the transition of accounting operations from an outsourced provider to an internal function, establish scalable financial processes and controls, oversee U.S. GAAP-compliant reporting, and drive ERP and business system optimization.

To be successful in this role, candidates should have a strong foundation in accounting and finance operations, experience working with ERP systems, and a proven ability to improve processes in a growing or evolving environment. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves while partnering with both local and international leadership teams.

This role offers significant visibility within a global organization and the opportunity to shape the future of the U.S. business.

Director of Finance & Accounting Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting, treasury, financial reporting, and statutory reporting

• Own and drive the transition of accounting activities from an outsourced provider to an internal finance function, establishing scalable processes, controls, and best practices

• Execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Group reporting requirements

• Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock valuation and inventory controls

• Manage client accounts, execute proactive credit control, and oversee the debt collection process to optimize working capital

• Manage treasury operations including bank relations, cash optimization, and cash-flow plans

• Ensure compliance with US federal and state tax regulations

• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors, banks, and administrators

• Drive ERP and business systems optimization initiatives, ensuring financial processes, reporting structures, and data integrity support business growth and operational efficiency

Director of Finance & Accounting Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience required

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and statutory US reporting required

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems required