Director, Accounting – Breakage Operations

Pathward

. Manage the development, implementation, and/or maintenance of accounting systems .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $104,000 - $174,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards, and leading financial reporting processes. Proven ability to coach and manage teams while improving workflow efficiency and maintaining accurate financial records.

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GAAP ComplianceFinancial ReportingAccounting Systems ManagementTeam LeadershipRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Accounting SystemsGeneral LedgerAccounts ReceivableAccounts PayableRevenue ReconciliationCash FlowsAccount ReconciliationFinancial ReportingEscheatment ProcessesInternal Control Changes

Soft Skills

CoachingPerformance ManagementCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

GAAP PoliciesFinancial Transaction Recording StandardsInternal Management ReportsExternal Compliance ReportsConsolidated Financial StatementsOperational Issue ResolutionUnclaimed Property Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the development, implementation, and/or maintenance of accounting systems
Ensure compliance with financial transaction recording standards
Perform control and reconciliation of accounts and records
Prepare internal management reports and external compliance reports
Consolidate financial statements and report cash flows and budgets
Review and recommend accounting policy and internal control changes
Develop, maintain, monitor, and enforce GAAP and regulatory accounting policies
Perform reviews of technical accounting areas
Improve workflow efficiency and implement changes
Document and communicate complex technical accounting and financial reporting matters
Ensure accurate compilation, analysis, and reporting of accounting data and revenue
Participate in annual audits and special projects
Work with external consultants or auditors as needed
Hire, coach, and manage the performance of direct reports
Lead Breakage Operations accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance for prepaid card and deposit products
Oversee escheatment, journal entry review, GAAP-compliant reporting, unclaimed property compliance, fund reconciliation and remittance, and operational issue resolution
Liaise with internal business partners, external stakeholders, and regulatory constituencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and work experience
Typically 8+ years with bachelor's or equivalent
CPA preferred
Knowledge of GAAP policies and procedures
Knowledge of financial reporting and regulatory compliance
Experience with accounting systems, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation, and cash flows
Experience with account reconciliation and financial reporting
Experience with state unclaimed property regulations and escheatment processes
Experience leading, coaching, and managing direct reports

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance-based incentive opportunity
Health insurance
401(k) retirement benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees