Director of Accounting

Overview

Director of Accounting Jobs in Washington DC-Baltimore Area at Atlantic Group

Title: Director of Accounting

Company: Atlantic Group

Location: Washington DC-Baltimore Area

Join a growing, acquisitive organization and help build a scalable finance function supporting continued expansion and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Accounting Leadership: Oversee all core accounting functions, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, and Lease Accounting.
• Financial Reporting: Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process while ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Partner with executive leadership to support the annual budgeting process, rolling forecasts, and financial planning initiatives.
• Cash Management: Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital management, treasury activities, and debt covenant compliance.
• Audit & Compliance: Coordinate annual audits, support tax compliance, and strengthen internal controls to ensure financial integrity and regulatory compliance.
• M&A Integration: Support acquisition activity by preparing opening balance sheets, coordinating purchase accounting, and integrating newly acquired businesses into accounting systems and reporting processes.
• Process Improvement: Develop scalable accounting processes, standardize financial policies, and drive automation and system enhancements to support future growth.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Partnership: Serve as a trusted business partner to the CFO, providing financial insights, operational support, and analytical reporting to support key business decisions.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA preferred; CPA required.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership role.
• Industry Experience: Background within professional services, architecture, engineering, consulting, or other project-based organizations preferred.
• M&A Experience: Experience supporting acquisitions, purchase accounting, and post-close financial integration strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting; experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar ERP systems is a plus.
• Leadership: Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams while driving operational improvements and scalable financial infrastructure.
• Attributes: Strategic, analytical, and hands-on leader with exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Application Notice:

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, we will retain your resume for future opportunities and may reach out as relevant roles arise.