Director of Accounting

The Learning Experience - World Headquarters

Director of Accounting

Deerfield Beach, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Childcare Benefits

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    Location: Deerfield Beach, FL Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite | Monday–Friday Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off and more

    Job Overview:

    The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to lead and oversee accounting operations for a growing, multi-entity organization. This onsite leadership role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, managing the close process, strengthening internal controls, and supporting operational excellence across the Finance function.

    The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and a hands-on approach to process improvement. This role partners closely with senior leadership, including the Controller and CFO, while leading key accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance.

    This is a high-impact opportunity for an accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building scalable processes, developing teams, and driving continuous improvement.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting

    Lead the monthly and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP

    Oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and general ledger integrity

    Ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple business units and entities

    Support preparation of financial statements, reporting packages, and leadership reporting

    Internal Controls and Compliance

    Strengthen accounting controls, policies, and procedures to improve accuracy and operational efficiency

    Support implementation and maintenance of SOX controls and audit readiness initiatives

    Monitor evolving accounting guidance and support implementation of new accounting standards

    Ensure compliance with company policies and financial reporting requirements

    Audit and Cross-Functional Partnership

    Serve as primary liaison for external audits and coordinate audit schedules and documentation

    Partner with Finance, Operations, Payroll, and Leadership teams to support organizational initiatives

    Provide accounting guidance and financial insight to support business decisions

    ERP Systems and Process Improvement

    Act as accounting subject matter expert for NetSuite, BlackLine, and related financial systems

    Partner with IT and Finance teams on system enhancements, integrations, and process automation

    Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting accuracy, and operational scalability

    Leadership and Team Development

    Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing accounting team

    Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

    Support performance management, mentoring, and professional development initiatives

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

    CPA required

    3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibilities

    Public accounting background strongly preferred

    Experience in multi-entity, multi-unit, or franchise organizations preferred

    Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls

    Experience with ERP systems including NetSuite and reconciliation platforms such as BlackLine preferred

    Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

    Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

    Why Join The Learning Experience:

    High-visibility leadership role within a growing national organization

    Opportunity to influence accounting operations and financial strategy

    Collaborative, team-oriented environment with executive exposure

    Career growth and leadership development opportunities

    Mission-driven organization focused on excellence and innovation