Director, Accounting Jobs

Explore Director, Accounting opportunities for experienced finance leaders ready to guide accounting teams and strengthen an organization’s financial operations. These senior roles commonly oversee financial reporting, close processes, accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance. Browse vetted professional openings paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Director of Accounting Do?

A Director of Accounting leads core accounting functions and helps ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable standards. Responsibilities may include managing monthly and annual closes, reviewing financial statements, coordinating audits, improving processes, and partnering with finance and business leaders. The scope varies by company size, industry, and organizational structure.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek substantial accounting experience, a record of team leadership, and strong knowledge of financial reporting and accounting controls. Useful capabilities include analytical thinking, communication, process improvement, and the ability to explain financial results to stakeholders. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is common; some employers prefer a CPA or other relevant credential, as well as experience with ERP and financial systems.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Director of Accounting roles can offer a path toward senior finance leadership, including positions such as Controller, Vice President of Finance, or Chief Financial Officer. Opportunities span sectors and organizations, with responsibilities shaped by reporting needs, regulatory requirements, and business growth. Compare job descriptions to find roles that fit your leadership experience and career goals.

Find Director, Accounting Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, explore opportunities across industries, and identify accounting leadership positions aligned with your experience.

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$135K - $160K *

Transform the finance function by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing staffing, and enhancing profitability. Oversee accounting, reporting, and treasury operations while driving disciplined cost...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $213K *

Oversee day-to-day accounting and treasury operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Lead month-end close processes, refine internal controls, and develop a high-performing team while integrating...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of revenue accounting by leading the integration of consumer revenue streams into a unified, automated process. Drive accuracy and efficiency while building a high-performing team...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Lead financial strategy and analysis, partnering with leadership to drive growth. Own dynamic financial models, budgeting, and forecasting while mentoring a high-performing finance team in a fast-pace...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $188K *

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, lead a team, and drive process improvements while ensuring compliance and audit readiness in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform financial strategy by leading FP&A initiatives, guiding senior leaders with actionable insights, and driving performance management across diverse business sectors. Elevate decision-making t...

Conshohocken, PARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $251K *

Shape the future of revenue accounting by leading critical processes and driving scalable methodologies to support commercial growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable fina...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Support and enhance accounting functions by managing close processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and overseeing financial reporting. Collaborate with finance teams to drive improvements and integr...

Illinois, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $235K *

Unlock potential by leading corporate accounting, overseeing multi-entity consolidation, and driving ERP implementation. Collaborate with teams to establish standards and ensure compliance while manag...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $122K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic accounting team, managing full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with fin...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the monthly close and day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency as the business scales. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and implement automat...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Roanoke, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Knoxville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Manage our property accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and controls while leading a team. Collaborate closely with operations to enhance processes and maintain compliance acros...

Greensboro, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $135K *

Shape the future of our Accounting Operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes, and driving improvements through automation and AI integration...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in corporate accounting for a multi-entity healthcare organization. Oversee financial reporting, manage a team, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP while driving process improvements...

Boca Raton, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive the transformation of our accounting function by leading the monthly close, enhancing financial systems, and developing a high-performing team. Leverage AI and automation to improve accuracy and...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $300K *

Lead the financial reporting and accounting policy functions, ensuring accurate GAAP and SEC compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting processes and maintain robust inte...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $221K *

Champion global revenue accounting policies and lead technical assessments across U.S. and international markets, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting while collaborating with regional...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Provide strategic leadership and process management for a growing finance organization, overseeing monthly close processes, talent development, and system integrations while driving business initiativ...

Des Plaines, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Optimize the global revenue accounting lifecycle, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 while leading high-performing teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance billing, collections, and financial re...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Transform financial strategy and operations as a key leader, driving growth and excellence. Oversee accounting, banking, and financial planning while influencing company direction and supporting strat...

Orwigsburg, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $185K *

Lead the charge in optimizing hospital accounts receivable operations, driving cash acceleration, reducing denials, and enhancing revenue realization through strategic partnerships and data-driven dec...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Champion the future of financial reporting by ensuring compliance with GAAP, overseeing audits, and mentoring a high-performing team. Drive process improvements and technical accounting expertise to e...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower our finance team by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing financial reporting. Lead month-end close activities and mentor team members in a dynamic, multi-entity...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Accounting do?question toggle

    A Director of Accounting leads accounting operations, which may include financial reporting, close management, accounting policies, internal controls, audit coordination, and compliance. Specific duties depend on the organization.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Accounting jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for extensive accounting experience, leadership skills, and expertise in financial reporting and controls. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is typical, and some roles prefer a CPA or experience with particular ERP systems.

  • How much do Director of Accounting jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its salary information.

  • What roles can follow a Director of Accounting position?question toggle

    Potential next steps may include Controller, Vice President of Finance, or Chief Financial Officer, depending on experience and company structure.

  • Where can I find Director, Accounting jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional Director, Accounting opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review listings to compare responsibilities and requirements.