Accounting Director

Job description

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. The Accounting Director will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, cost accounting, and internal controls for a our client, a growing manufacturing company in Gwinnett County. This role partners closely with operations and executive leadership to drive profitability, improve processes, and ensure financial accuracy. ### **Key Responsibilities** - Lead and manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, AR/AP, payroll, and fixed assets - Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes - Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP - Manage cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation - Partner with operations to analyze production costs, margins, and efficiency metrics - Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial models - Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and external regulations - Coordinate audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors - Drive process improvements and ERP system optimization - Supervise and mentor accounting staff ### **Qualifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment