Director, Finance & Accounting

Ascension

. Lead and develop the Accounting team, establishing clear responsibilities and performance standards, regularly reviewing the team's work, and resolving operational issues.

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards. Proven ability to lead teams, develop financial models, and provide strategic financial insights to support organizational growth.

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Accounting Operations ManagementFinancial ReportingGAAP ComplianceMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralBudgeting and Forecasting

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Hard Skills

General Ledger ManagementMonthly Close ProcessesReconciliationsAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableFinancial AnalysisCash ManagementFinancial ModelingPerformance Standards DevelopmentAccounting Policies and Procedures

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam DevelopmentProblem SolvingCommunicationIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralShopify

Industry Keywords

Financial ManagementInventory-Intensive BusinessesManufacturingPublishingDistribution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the Accounting team, establishing clear responsibilities and performance standards, regularly reviewing the team's work, and resolving operational issues.
Own the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of accounting operations, including the general ledger, monthly close, reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Maintain strong accounting controls, including segregation of duties, banking security, transaction approvals, and independent verification of payments.
Establish and enforce accounting policies and procedures, identify and address financial risks and control weaknesses, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, income tax-basis reporting requirements, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with external accountants on reviewed financial statements, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
Lead improvements to accounting systems, automation, and reporting to support Ascension's growth.
Deliver accurate and timely monthly financial statements, fully loaded business-unit P&Ls, and meaningful analysis of financial performance.
Oversee cash management, banking relationships, and insurance coverage.
Lead annual budgeting and maintain ongoing financial forecasts, including revenue, profitability, expenses, and cash flow.
Help the CEO and department leaders understand financial performance, budget-to-actual results, and financial implications of decision-making.
Advise the CEO and leadership team on multi-year financial planning, investments, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives.
Develop financial models and reporting that provide visibility into profitability across business units, products, and channels.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including significant responsibility for accounting operations and financial reporting.
Demonstrated experience serving as a Controller, Director of Accounting, Director of Finance, or comparable senior financial leadership.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Shopify preferred.
Experience with inventory-intensive businesses, manufacturing, publishing, or distribution preferred.
Occasional travel to Ascension’s headquarters required.
Exemplify and live Ascension’s core values of humility, passion, and integrity.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home
Wellness Resources