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Director of Accounting

Robert Half • Hamden, CT • 10h ago

Description

Position: Director of Accounting

Location: Hamden, CT Hybrid (3 days on-site. 2 days remote)

Recruiter Contact: Ryan Genua Ryan.Genua@Roberthalf com

Job Posting: RG0013414827

A large, mission-driven public institution is seeking a Director of Accounting Services to provide leadership and oversight for core accounting operations within the finance division. This role is responsible for Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Payroll, with direct supervisory responsibility for the Accounting function. The position partners closely with senior leadership and serves as a financial consultant to support organizational goals.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, recruit, train, supervise, and develop accounting staff

Organize and prioritize accounting operations and assign workload

Establish performance expectations and conduct periodic performance reviews

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes

Develop, update, and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

Collaborate with accounts payable and payroll leadership to ensure consistent and compliant practices

Ensure timely and accurate internal and external financial reporting

Prepare and submit required regulatory and compliance filings

Serve as lead contact for internal and external audit processes

Monitor financial performance and provide reporting and analysis to senior leadership

Support the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing improvement of financial and ERP systems

Oversee financial systems reporting, data extraction, and system integrations

Participate in strategic planning and financial planning initiatives

Serve on cross-functional or organizational committees as requested

Perform other related duties consistent with the scope of the role

If you meet these requirements and are interested in this great opportunity, please email your resume in confidence to Ryan Genua at Ryan.Genua@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required

CPA, MBA, or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Public Administration preferred

Minimum of six (6) years of progressive accounting experience, including:

Preparation of monthly financial statements

At least three (3) years directing an accounting function and supervising staff

Experience interacting with senior leadership and advising management

Experience in nonprofit, public sector, or similarly regulated environments

Working knowledge of accounts payable and payroll operations

Experience evaluating and implementing accounting controls, policies, and procedures

Strong experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and data extraction

Participation in strategic or organizational planning efforts

Strong communication, interpersonal, and consultative skills

Equivalent education and experience combinations may be considered

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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