Director of Accounting

About the Job:

We are partnering with a growing Entertainment organization in NYC that is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director of Accounting to lead the organization’s accounting operations and financial reporting function. This role oversees the monthly close process, manages a high‑performing accounting team, drives process improvements, and ensures compliance with GAAP and internal controls. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, hands‑on leadership experience, and the ability to support a fast‑growing, service‑based business with accurate financial insights and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full monthly financial close process—including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and variance analysis—to ensure timely, accurate, and complete reporting.
• Direct consolidation activities across multiple business units or subsidiaries, ensuring GAAP compliance and proper intercompany elimination entries.
• Prepare, review, and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and supporting schedules.
• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of five accounting professionals, overseeing workflow, performance management, and ongoing training.
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger, including chart of accounts management, reconciliation oversight, and strong internal controls to support audit readiness.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and cash management, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to company policies.
• Partner with executive leadership on annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support strategic planning and decision‑making.
• Identify, implement, and optimize process improvements and system enhancements, including automation and technology upgrades to improve efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Midtown NYC on site 4-5 days a week required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles within a entertainment based industry.
• Experience working with NetSuite or comparable mid‑market ERP systems, including month‑end close workflows and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively across departments, and thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.

Interested?! Send your resume to me at ssantos@stevendouglas.com in a word format today!