We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead the finance and accounting function for a growing real estate organization in Laurel, Maryland. This hybrid role offers the chance to work closely with executive leadership, strengthen financial operations, and help shape the company's long-term direction. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, a strategic mindset, and the ability to build scalable processes that support continued expansion.
Responsibilities:
Direct the company's accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial management across day-to-day and strategic activities.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles while maintaining timely and reliable reporting.
Produce financial statements, executive reports, and business insights that support leadership decision-making.
Oversee core transactional functions such as payables, receivables, payroll coordination, banking activity, and cash oversight.
Develop budgets, cash flow projections, forecasts, and financial plans that align with organizational goals.
Perform modeling and analysis related to profitability, pricing, and operating performance to guide business strategy.
Partner with senior leaders on growth initiatives, offering financial perspective on key business decisions.
Maintain compliance across tax coordination, licensing, insurance, registrations, and internal financial controls.
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, automate reporting, and implement scalable financial systems and governance practices.
Build the foundation for a future accounting team by establishing structure, mentoring capability, and supporting organizational growth.