What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Accounting position at NPA WorldWide?
Job description : We are seeking a strong leader to enhance the capabilities of an accounting team at a large, complex processing business. Lead a team through a department-wide reorganization, optimizing roles, implementing automation, and establishing clear financial processes.Collaborate closely with the CFO and senior leadership to drive operational improvements, modernize systems, and prepare for an ERP implementation.
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the reorganization of the accounting and finance department, working alongside the CFO.
- Develop and mentor the corporate accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Manage the AP and AR departments, including oversight of vendor management, invoice processing, billing, and collections.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including monthly preparation and review of financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Liaise with external auditors to discuss year-end closure progress
- Spearhead automation initiatives, reducing reliance on manual processes (e.g., invoicing, order checking, deductions).
- Lead the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and processes.
- Develop and enforce GAAP-compliant accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Ensure accurate bank compliance reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives.
- Prepare and present financial packages and flash reports to senior management and stakeholders.
- Conduct an annual review of the shareholder metrics report, a quarterly preparation of the Board metrics report, and a high-level final review of bank compliance. Qualifications :
- Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelors degree in accounting or related field. CPA certification is required.
- 10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a food / CPG manufacturing environment
- Experience managing corporate accounting, AR, and AP departments
- Strong proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of GAAP
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Experience supporting an ERP implementation is a bonus. Why is This a Great Opportunity :
- Key Details :
- Partner with a wonderful CFO to lead the redesign of the finance and accounting team
- Drive automation efforts, modernize systems, and establish core SOPs
- On-site role in Adams County, PA
- 130-150K base salary relocation
- Salary Type
- Annual Salary
- Salary Min
- 130000
- Salary Max
- 150000
- Currency Type
Salary : $130,000 - $150,000
