Job Description

On behalf of our client, a growing public accounting firm in northwest Pennsylvania, Decision Associates is seeking a Director of Accounting & Auditing. The exact identity of the firm will be revealed at a later step of the interview process.

The Director of Accounting & Auditing is a crucial member of the team, leading the accounting and auditing department and ensuring the highest standards of management, quality control, and compliance.

*This is a primarily on-site role and will require relocation if not already living in or around the northwestern Pennsylvania area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of department and staff
• Lead, mentor, and manage the performance of the accounting and auditing teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Analyze department metrics to identify trends, variances, and areas of improvement
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control procedures for accounting and auditing department, ensuring adherence to professional standards and best practices
• Oversee AICPA peer review process including preparation, coordination, and implementation of recommendations
• Develop and implement accounting and auditing policies, procedures, and process improvements to enhance controls, operational efficiency, and engagement quality
• Provide strategic financial insights and improvement recommendations to senior management and partners
• Ensure adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), GAAS (Generally Accepted Auditing Standards), and other relevant professional regulations
• Monitor and manage risks, stay current with changes, and take responsibility for implementing new standards and provide team training on those changes
• Serve as key point of contact for clients related to accounting and auditing services, collaborating with other departments and partners as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required, additional designations are a plus
• Minimum of 10-12 years progressive accounting and auditing experience, with at least 2-4 years leadership experience in a public accounting firm
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, auditing standards, and financial reporting requirements
• Proven experience managing quality control processes and AICPA peer reviews
• Strong analytical, problem, solving, and decision-making skills
• Proven experience in managing/developing accounting and auditing teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to interact effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in accounting/auditing software and Microsoft Office products

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Paid holidays and time off
• 401k with match
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Paid family leave
• Continuing education and professional licensing cost coverage

*This organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Relocation,

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