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Job Description

Director of Accounting $125,000 - $150,000 + Bonus & Benefits

An established and growing organization is seeking a strategic Director of Accounting to lead its accounting operations and drive financial insights across the business. This high-impact role reports directly to the CEO and will oversee financial reporting, operational finance, insurance coordination, and team development—while playing a key role in supporting growth through data-driven decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead core accounting operations including financial reporting, budgeting, monthly close, and GAAP compliance

Build and maintain dynamic financial dashboards (e.g., Power BI) to support strategic initiatives across marketing and operations

Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and cash flow management to ensure strong financial controls and operational efficiency

Act as the primary contact for external insurance brokers; manage corporate and franchise-level insurance compliance and claims

Liaise with the PEO on HR-related processes such as onboarding, benefits, and employment compliance

Drive insights through ad hoc analysis to support leadership with key decisions

Supervise and develop a small team while ensuring timely completion of all accounting tasks

Coordinate with external auditors and manage annual audits and property reconciliations

Support franchise accounting by ensuring timely financial submissions and contributing data to the FDD renewal process

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated leadership responsibility

Experience managing accounting functions including month-end close, budgeting, and compliance

Strong technical and analytical skills; Power BI or other dashboard/reporting tools experience preferred

Proven ability to work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and executive leadership

Familiarity with insurance oversight, property management, and franchise operations a plus

Strong communication, organization, and project management skills

Company Description

Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.

Full-time