Director of Accounting in Long Beach, CA

Director of Accounting Job Description

Directors of accounting must possess strong communication, organizational, technology and leadership skills. Candidates usually have at least 10 years of experience, including previous management responsibility. They also should have comprehensive technical accounting, financial reporting and GAAP expertise. Those with public accounting experience have an advantage. Businesses expect a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting but generally prefer applicants who also have earned an MBA or certification such as the CPA, CGMA or CMA.

Typical director of accounting duties:

Developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures

Planning, organizing and coordinating the year-end close process with internal and external auditors

Ensuring successful completion of the company’s tax filings

Preparing financial statements, including cash flow statements

Planning, budgeting and authorizing expenditures

Hiring, training and retaining accounting staff

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QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software Systems

ERP Solutions

SAP S/4HANA

Accounting Functions

Perform Ad Hoc Financial

Budget Processes

Reporting

Auditing

Salary for Director of Accounting in Long Beach, CA

141600 - 211800

25th percentile

141600

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

192600

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

211800

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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