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Director, Accounting-March 2024
Salt Lake City
Mar 28, 2026
About Director, Accounting

  Position : Director, Accounting

  Location : Salt Lake City, Utah

  Requisition ID: : 24484

  General Purpose:

  Provide leadership and direction over multiple accounting functions including but not limited to general accounting, accounts receivable/payable, cost accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and/or producer payment, while adhering to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Lead the development, analysis, and interpretation of accounting information to support operations. Collaborate in a cross-functional environment with all levels of management, business partners, customers and suppliers. Evaluate and oversee improvements to accounting processes while ensuring that practices comply with organization accounting policies and applicable laws and regulations. Directly manage management and professional level accounting staff.

  Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  Direct and oversee a broad variety of accounting activities such as the monthly close process, account analysis, variance analysis, invoicing of customers, coordination of financial forecasts, development of operating budgets, etc.; ensure timeliness, accuracy, and consistency of all activities

  Implement and maintain a system of internal controls that will ensure company assets are adequately safeguarded and that all financial reporting is prepared in compliance with all financial policies and GAAP

  Provide technical accounting GAAP guidance, analysis, and financial metrics/information to guide senior leaders’ decision making

  Review, investigate, and resolve any material variances between budgeted and actual amounts

  Participate in development of the business unit capital and operating budgets

  Assist with the development and refinement of financial and operational reports. Ensure accurate and timely recording and reporting of all financial results

  Assist in establishing key performance indicators and review monthly to ensure areas (e.g., plant locations) submit reporting results timely and accurately

  Oversee maintenance and accuracy of accounting systems. Work with IT to ensure accounting systems and tools are effective and efficient; identify and implement continuous improvement process for accounting systems

  Work with and support internal/external audit to ensure all controls are in place and any discrepancies noted are corrected or have a measurable action plan in place to correct the discrepancies

  Establish credibility as an effective leader of solutions to business challenges

  Prepare and submit monthly business summaries, including insightful business commentaries detailing issues, opportunities, and action plans. Interpret accounts and records to upper management

  Lead monthly business reviews with division or other management

  Enhance and/or develop and oversee the implementation of policies, procedures, and systems to improve the overall operational effectiveness and profitability of the fluid area

  Present recommendations to senior management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies

  Work with direct reports as a coach and partner to effectively manage their performance. Conduct formal performance conversations and hold direct reports accountable for results; work with them to cultivate their capabilities and utilize their strengths

  The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

  Minimum Requirements:

  Education and Experience

  Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

  10+ years of progressive accounting work experience coupled with 2+ years of management experience

  Certification and/or License – CPA preferred

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  Strong knowledge of general accounting concepts and practices and financial reporting

  Strong knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

  Strong knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

  Skill in critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculations, and statistical evaluations

  Able to select, guide, develop, coach and retain a team of employees; able to inspire others to meet goals and commitments

  Able to provide timely, high quality, and comprehensive information that allows others to take action

  Able to work at a high level and produce an excellent work product under changing priorities and deadlines

  Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism

  Able to achieve and maintain credibility and respect within the organization

  Able to work collaboratively with others, management levels within the company, and external stakeholders

  Able to build consensus around key initiatives

  Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

  Able to effectively analyze and interpret data

  Able to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy

  Able to demonstrate solid business judgment and decision-making skills

  Able to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines

  Must be able to read, write and speak English

  Travel:

  ☒15%-25% (1-2 times per quarter)

  An Equal Opportunity Employer

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