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The Director of Accounting leads the general accounting function for Milestone Contractors LP, ensuring the integrity of financial statements, overseeing the full-cycle accounting close process, and directing the financial statement audit. This role provides strategic oversight of accounting operations - including accounts receivable, accounts payable, collections, payroll, and payroll tax - while serving as a key business partner to operations and project leadership. The Director of Accounting drives a culture of accuracy, compliance, continuous improvement, and accountability across the accounting team.
Essential Functions
Establishes strategic direction for the general accounting department, defining processes, performance standards, and operational practices that drive accuracy, standardization, efficiency, and scalability across all accounting functions
Sets enterprise standards for construction accounting principles, GAAP application, internal controls, and compliance requirements, ensuring alignment with regulatory obligations and organizational risk management priorities
Owns and accelerates the month-end and year-end close processes, driving standardization, automation, and a reliable close calendar to consistently meet defined timeliness and quality expectations
Directs the financial statement audit - including preparation, supporting schedules, and coordination with external auditors - serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring accurate, timely delivery to all reporting stakeholders
Drives effective communication and coordination with operations and project leadership to provide accurate, insightful financial reporting and analysis that supports data-driven decision-making
Oversees accounts receivable, collections and dispute resolution, accounts payable, payroll, and payroll tax functions; collaborates with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve AR/AP issues and ensure operational continuity
Supports the financial reporting package and KPIs within EPM; ensures accuracy and timeliness of entity-level financial reporting and delivers compliance and treasury support including contractor prequalification
Accountable for the performance, development, and engagement of the Accounting team; leads, coaches, and influences through relationships and expertise to build a high-performing, values-aligned accounting organization
Leads evaluation and adoption of available and emerging technology platforms to deliver scalable, efficient accounting solutions; maintains expert awareness of relevant tools and recommends improvements to drive operational excellence
Ensures confidentiality and security of company financial information in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company's core values, competencies, and skills.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required
Experience Qualifications
10+ years of progressive experience in public and/or corporate accounting required
10+ years of demonstrated experience in financial reporting, cost accounting, accounts payable/receivable, credit management, collections, and payroll, with applied knowledge of GAAP and internal controls required
5+ years of experience leading, developing, and influencing a team of direct and indirect reports in an accounting or finance function required
Skills and Abilities
In-depth understanding of financial reporting, construction accounting, GAAP principles, and internal controls to guide teams, ensure compliance, and support business objectives
Strong skill in leading, evaluating, and improving processes related to financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls, with the ability to drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement
Ability to lead teams, make sound decisions, and balance operational and people priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced financial environment
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for operations and project leadership audiences
Ability to lead with discretion, maintain the highest level of confidentiality with sensitive financial information, and act with poise, maturity, and professionalism in all interactions
Demonstrated ability to solve complex accounting problems, process detailed financial information, and develop trusted re
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Location
Indianapolis, Indiana
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Accounting Closeunmatched
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Accounts Payableunmatched
Accounts Receivableunmatched
Automationunmatched
Business Operationsunmatched
Business Supportunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corporate Financeunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Cost Accountingunmatched
Credit and Collectionsunmatched
Emerging Technologyunmatched
External Auditunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Analysisunmatched
Financial Auditunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Financial Statementsunmatched
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Operational Improvementunmatched
Payroll Taxunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Public Accountingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Technical Deliveryunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Treasuryunmatched
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