Director, Accounting

Foundation Building Materials

10d•$160,000 - $190,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to lead our accounting operations and support the controller in ensuring a high-performing, efficient, and compliant accounting function. The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on leader with deep GAAP expertise, strong operational understanding, and experience managing teams in large, fast-paced, or high growth environments. This role will oversee accounting managers and staff, drive process improvements, support operational decision making, and play a key role in the month-end close and financial reporting process. The Director of Accounting will report to the Controller.

Requirements

CPA required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including team leadership
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Strong understanding of accounting operations, close cycles, reconciliations, and internal controls
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams

Nice To Haves

Experience in distribution, construction, or related industry
Experience in a multi-entity, high-growth environment
Familiarity with ERP systems and system implementations
Experience working in a public company or SOX-compliant environment

Responsibilities

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies and procedures
Review and analyze financial statements, account reconciliations, and variance reports
Maintain and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure audit readiness
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals across the division
Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and structured development plans
Oversee workload planning, delegation, and review cycles for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
Build a high-performing accounting team that can scale with the organization
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Partner with cross-functional teams to support system implementations and enhancements
Drive standardization of accounting practices across business units
Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to audit requests
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure consistent application of U.S. GAAP across the team
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and process documentation within accounting operations
Support the Controller in ensuring the integrity and reliability of financial reporting
Partner closely with operations, FP&A, and other departments to provide accounting insights that support decision making
Offer technical accounting guidance for new business activities, operational initiatives, and process changes
Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and leverage system capabilities
Review financial results and key metrics to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities
Prepare and provide meaningful analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning
Support the Controller with acquisitions and review of 3rd party valuations. Also support the Controller with reporting deliverables and presentations for leadership