Director of Accounting - Marathon TS : Job Details

Director of Accounting

Huntsville AL (Hybrid)

150k-180k/year

A day in the life of a Director of Accounting:

The Director of Accounting, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), serves as a critical deputy and strategic partner responsible for the accurate and timely management of all financial records and reporting. This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity of financial data, maintaining robust internal controls, and providing strategic financial insights that support the organization's revenue-generating Business Units. A significant part of this role involves leveraging advanced Excel skills to analyze complex financial data, model scenarios, and generate critical reports. Furthermore, the Director will ensure strict adherence to government contracting accounting regulations (e.g., DCAA, FAR, CAS), overseeing compliance and audit readiness. This leader will be instrumental in implementing best practices within the accounting function, streamlining financial processes, and fostering a collaborative environment to enhance overall organizational financial effectiveness and support the achievement of strategic business objectives.

This job is for you if:

You are a highly strategic and results-oriented leader with deep financial and accounting acumen, coupled with a proven track record of successfully managing comprehensive accounting operations. You possess exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel, utilizing its advanced features for complex financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting. You have a profound understanding and practical experience with government contracting accounting principles and compliance. You excel at fostering cross-functional collaboration with departments like Contracts, Purchasing, and Human Resources to ensure seamless financial operations and accurate data flow. You are adept at leveraging financial data to drive performance improvements, implementing best practices in accounting, and leading complex financial projects (e.g., system implementations, audit preparations). You thrive in a dynamic environment where you can provide strategic financial guidance, mentor accounting professionals, and contribute significantly to the achievement of overarching business objectives by ensuring precise and insightful financial support for the teams driving revenue.

What we are expecting from you (i.e. the qualifications you must have):

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. A Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) or CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, demonstrating a strong understanding of financial principles and practices.
• Demonstrable advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including expertise in pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, HLOOKUPs, INDEX/MATCH, conditional formatting, data validation, and financial modeling.
• Extensive and proven experience with government contracting accounting, including a deep understanding of DCAA audit requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), indirect rate structures, and cost-plus contract accounting.
• Proven experience in managing all aspects of the accounting cycle, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial consolidation systems, Onestream.
• Demonstrated success in streamlining accounting processes, implementing financial controls, and improving efficiency within the accounting function.
• Strong understanding of accounting software and ERP system, Deltek Costpoint.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully delivering complex accounting or finance-related projects (e.g., system upgrades, audit readiness).
• Experience with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) applied to accounting functions is a plus.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach with a strong focus on financial integrity, compliance, and providing actionable insights to support business growth.

Required Level of Security Clearance: None

Expected Travel: Less than 10%

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (e.g., up to 8 hours).
• Manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and office machinery.
• Visual acuity to read printed and digital documents.
• Sufficient hearing to engage in in-person and telephone communication.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• This job operates in an office environment.

Marathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as protected status ).