Director of Accounting

InCharge Energy • Richmond, VA

14h

About The Position

InCharge Energy is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead and scale our accounting function as the business continues to grow. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and partnering closely with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting expertise, strong people leadership, and experience operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role will manage the accounting team, own the close process, and help evolve systems and processes to support the company’s next stage of growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s degree preferred)
• CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred
• 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including people leadership
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience managing audits and working with external auditors
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams
• Advanced experience with ERP systems and accounting software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with system or software implementations is a plus
• Experience with multi-state tax filings across the U.S. and Canada is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and revenue recognition
• Own and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including hiring, performance management, and staffing decisions
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Develop, document, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
• Coordinate external audits and oversee preparation of tax returns
• Improve accounting processes, systems, and automation to increase efficiency and scalability
• Partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams to support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, investor due diligence, and mergers & acquisitions
• Support technical accounting research and implementation of new accounting standards
• Collaborate with executive leadership on financial strategy and key business initiatives

Benefits

• Full-time employees enjoy competitive compensation, yearly bonuses, and benefits package including 401(k) matching contribution, health, dental, and vision, cell phone reimbursement, generous vacation, office meals and snacks, team building events and activities throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees