Director of Accounting

Marine Credit Union

$110K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA designation preferred
  • 5-10 years of progressive accounting and leadership experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of accounting regulations, standards, and best practices
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data
  • Proven ability to lead teams and implement process improvements
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead all accounting operations and financial reporting activities
  • Produce accurate financial statements and evaluate accounting data
  • Manage the annual external financial audit process
  • Oversee monthly financial close activities and quarterly Call Report preparation
  • Develop and enforce accounting policies and internal controls
  • Provide technical accounting guidance related to GAAP and regulatory matters
  • Support merger and acquisition activities, including financial analysis
  • Supervise federal, state, and local tax reporting requirements
  • Partner with organizational leaders to achieve financial objectives
  • Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Focus on continuous improvement
  • Leadership role affecting organizational strategy
  • Support in succession planning and team development
Full Job Description
Description

Director of Accounting

This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative leader who is passionate about continuous improvement, developing high-performing teams, and delivering financial excellence. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of our financial operations while influencing organizational strategy and growth initiatives.

What You'll Do

As Director of Accounting, you'll provide leadership and oversight for all accounting activities across the organization and its subsidiaries. You'll drive process improvements, maintain strong financial controls, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading all accounting operations and financial reporting activities.
  • Producing accurate financial statements and evaluating accounting data.
  • Managing the annual external financial audit process.
  • Overseeing monthly financial close activities and quarterly Call Report preparation.
  • Developing, enhancing, and enforcing accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Providing technical accounting guidance related to GAAP, regulatory matters, and organizational initiatives.
  • Supporting merger and acquisition activities, including accounting conversions and financial analysis.
  • Supervising federal, state, and local tax reporting requirements.
  • Partnering with leaders across the organization to achieve financial objectives and improve processes.
  • Building, coaching, mentoring, and developing a high-performing accounting team through succession planning, delegation, and professional development efforts.
What Makes You Successful

You're a strategic thinker with a strong accounting foundation and a passion for developing people. You thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA designation preferred.
  • 5-10 years of progressive accounting and leadership experience.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of accounting regulations, standards, and best practices.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, drive results, and implement process improvements.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

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