Director of Accounting Operations

PGLS

. Provide operational oversight of the Accounting department, ensuring assigned work is completed, reviewed and delivered on schedule .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesLead💰 $115,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing multi-function accounting operations, including staff supervision, process documentation, and integration of acquired entities. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and implementing automation solutions to enhance departmental efficiency.

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Multi-Function Accounting Operation ManagementProcess Documentation and AutomationERP System Experience - Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralIntercompany Accounting KnowledgeStrong Interpersonal and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Accounting OversightPayroll Journal Entry PreparationAR/AP IntegrationCash Positioning ManagementFinancial ReportingPerformance MeasurementProcess Improvement ImplementationSegregation of Duties UnderstandingIntercompany Balances TrackingAI and Automation Opportunities Identification

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailCritical ThinkingExcellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralAP Automation PlatformsPayroll Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in Finance

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingFinancial IntegrationAccounting ProcessesVendor ManagementConsultant Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide operational oversight of the Accounting department, ensuring assigned work is completed, reviewed and delivered on schedule
Direct, assign and manage staff accountants
Manage accounting for acquired entities from signing until full integration, including Pangeanic and Simultrans
Ensure acquired entities deliver results and supporting data on schedule, roll results into Piedmont Global financials, and track open items and intercompany balances
Document acquired entities' processes, chart of accounts, vendors, customers and controls
Work with the Controller and technology team on migrations to Piedmont Global systems
Coordinate handoff of fully integrated entities to the Controller
Initiate wires and manage daily cash positioning while maintaining separation between payment initiation and bank reconciliation
Prepare and review payroll journal entries and related allocations
Own accounting system issues involving AR/AP and General Ledger integrations
Work with vendors, consultants and the technology team to resolve system issues and escalate as appropriate
Serve as intake point for requests from other departments and maintain the department's call and inquiry log
Maintain performance measures and logs, and report daily and monthly operational counts
Ensure department efficiency by reviewing timesheets and identifying work to eliminate, consolidate or reassign
Document and map department processes and identify opportunities for AI and automation
Lead implementation of CFO-approved process improvements
Support the Controller and CFO in month-end close by tracking the close calendar, open items and sign-offs
Serve as the go-to person for departmental problems and escalate matters requiring the CFO or Controller

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to run a multi-function accounting operation, assign work across a team and hold it to deadlines and quality standards
Experience documenting processes, measuring productivity and introducing automation or AI tools
Strong understanding of segregation of duties, approval limits and payment controls
Working knowledge of consolidation and intercompany accounting across several entities, including entities in the process of integration
Experience with an ERP system, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Experience with AP automation and payroll platforms
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with other departments, vendors and outside advisors
Eight or more years of progressive experience, including supervision of staff
Exposure to government contracting is preferred
Analytical skills, attention to detail, critical thinking and excellent oral and written communication skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field preferred
Ability to complete an approximately 10-minute AI screening during the interview process

Benefits

Comp & perks

AI screening as part of the interview process
Remote work (United States)