Director, Accounting

Sonsio•Arvada, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Accounting leads the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal control framework to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial information. This role is a key financial leader and trusted business partner, responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records while supporting scalability, compliance, and strategic decision-making. The Controller develops and leads a high-performing accounting team and promotes a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA required
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 7 years in a people leadership role
Strong experience with GAAP, internal controls, and financial systems in a complex or regulated environment
Proven accounting leadership and people development capability
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional partnership skills
High integrity, sound judgment, and exceptional attention to detail

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
Oversee all core accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and complex accounting areas as applicable.
Manage annual external audits and serve as the primary point of contact with external auditors.
Analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and communicate insights to the VP of Finance.
Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures, including implementation of new accounting standards.
Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure reliable financial reporting.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations.
Identify financial and operational risks and recommend mitigation strategies in partnership with Finance leadership.
Partner with the VP of Finance on annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
Monitor performance against budget and forecast, proactively highlighting risks and opportunities.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and modeling to support business initiatives and leadership decisions.
Partner with operational, sales, regulatory, compliance, IT, and other functional leaders to support business growth and execution.
Collaborate with risk management and actuarial resources to provide financial insights for risk reporting, program and pricing reviews, and relationships with underwriters.
Identify and lead accounting process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and scalability.
Support financial systems implementations and upgrades, ensuring strong controls and data integrity.
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team through coaching, performance management, and professional development.
Establish clear goals and expectations aligned with organizational priorities.
Foster a collaborative, high-accountability culture grounded in ethical behavior and continuous improvement.