Director of Accounting

Director of Accounting

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a company local to Malvern, PA. We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Director of Accounting to lead financial operations across multiple entities. This role is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. The position will report directly to executive leadership and collaborate with ownership across various business units.

Location: Malvern, PA (Onsite for first 90120 days, then primarily remote)

Employment Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $100,000$130,000 (based on experience)
• Discretionary Bonus: ~10%

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting across all entities, ensuring accurate consolidation and visibility
• Maintain general ledger, perform account reconciliations, and manage monthly financial reporting (Balance Sheet, Income Statement)
• Lead the development and management of annual budgets and report on budget-to-actual variances
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts
• Manage month-end close processes, journal entries, and reconciliations
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards
• Reconcile and validate vendor purchase orders, contract billing, and quoted amounts
• Review and analyze vendor billing and monitor invoices on hold or pending credit
• Oversee SG&A expense aggregation and vendor payment cycles
• Manage asset capitalization, depreciation tracking, and accounting for asset sales
• Handle sales tax and tax law compliance, including preparation of tax returns
• Supervise 23 accounting staff and participate in hiring a full-time accounting assistant

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA preferred but not required
• Experience in public/private accounting blend is ideal
• Industry experience in construction, equipment rental, or related fields is a plus

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Procore, Timerscan
• Preferred knowledge of RENTALMAN, WYNEE, INTEMPO software
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with executive leadership and ownership
• Comfortable working with strong personalities in a construction-oriented environment
• High attention to detail and organizational skills

Work Environment

• Initial 90120 days onsite in Malvern, PA for onboarding and integration
• After onboarding, primarily remote with occasional in-person meetings
• Reporting to two executives across equipment rental and construction divisions
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing, debt-free organization with stable cash flow

Benefits:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage (including majority of family coverage)
• 401(k) Match: Up to 10%

Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Cassandra Coakley

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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