Director, Accounting at Four Hands
Austin, TX Full-timeFinance & AccountingPosted 23 days ago
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<div class="content-intro"><div>Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home. </div>
<p>Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.</p></div><div><span class="TextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0">We are looking for a dynamic, broad-thinking Director of Accounting to serve as a strategic financial leader within our organization. The ideal candidate combines technical accounting </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0">expertise</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0"> with a </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0">process improvement</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0"> mindset and a strong operational instinct. This individual will play a pivotal role in strengthening our financial infrastructure, influencing key </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0">decisions</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW223020369 BCX0"> and fostering collaboration across company stakeholders. </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW223020369 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></div>
<p><strong>In This Role</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Accounting Leadership & Financial Oversight</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with executive leadership to support the growth and scalability of the business </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Oversee global accounting operations, including financial reporting, payroll, treasury, and tax </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the acceleration and optimization of the general ledger close process </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proactively identify financial risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities, and develop actionable solutions </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support capital allocation decisions, business initiatives, and long-term financial planning</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Technical Accounting & Compliance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Oversee technical accounting matters, including complex transactions, new accounting standards adoption, and policy development </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Establish and maintain accounting policies in alignment with evolving regulatory and business requirements </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements and underlying data </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as a key resource for technical accounting guidance across the organization</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Process Improvement & Systems Optimization</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and workflows to support a high-growth environment </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and maintain a forward-looking roadmap for accounting and finance initiatives, ensuring accountability for execution and results </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Leverage technology to build scalable, efficient processes and improve the overall user experience for internal stakeholders </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Evaluate existing systems and processes to identify automation and optimization opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Internal Controls & Risk Management</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Establish, maintain, and enhance internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Evaluate processes and controls for effectiveness, identifying gaps and implementing improvements </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support audit readiness and ensure adherence to internal and external compliance requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Cross-Functional Partnership</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as a key liaison across departments, ensuring financial considerations are integrated into business decisions and initiatives </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, and other business functions to drive alignment and informed decision-making </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in strategic, cross-functional projects and provide financial leadership and insight</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Leadership and Team Management</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead and mentor a team to deliver results aligned with Four Hands' strategic objectives</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members, encouraging idea sharing and best practices</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Foster individual growth and skill enhancement through regular feedback, training sessions, and professional development opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Monitor progress towards goals through regular check-ins and performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to analyze performance outcomes, identify areas for enhancement, and propose innovative solutions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Foster a culture of trust, teamwork, and collaboration, promoting continuous improvement and employee engagement</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Other Duties</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Be open and honest </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Reach for excellence </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li>Act with responsibility <span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li>Value the whole person <span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li>Enjoy the journey<span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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</ul>
<p><strong>The Ideal Person</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a director, senior or supervisory capacity </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Deep technical accounting experience: GAAP, financial reporting, tax and complex transaction </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated ability to own and interpret the full suite of financial statements </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and relationship-building </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Results driven with a high sense of urgency, taking ownership and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Always act with integrity in all ways, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Focus on superior outcomes, and calibrate work processes for outstanding results </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">CPA license (Highly Preferred) </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm) combined with industry experience ideal</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools a plus</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience leading or co-leading a finance or accounting transformation or systems implementation</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><h3 id="about-heading" class="external-panel__heading">About Four Hands</h3>
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<div>Headquartered in Austin, Texas, since 1996, Four Hands crafts furniture, art and décor — pieces that are all about creating space. Timeless, thoughtful designs with endless possibilities. Pieces meant to be experienced and form a whole that feels like home. <br><br></div>
<div>Our trade customers range from interior designers to large retailers who rely on our expertise to grow and guide their business to success. We treat our partners as part of the Four Hands family, championing them and rooting for their every win.<br><br></div>
<div>And, we are constantly pursuing better — from sourcing the finest materials and finishes to seeking fresh inspiration to elevate our designs — we are never settled, never done.<br><br></div>
<div>Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.<br><br></div>
<div>Visit <a href="https://www.fourhands.com/">www.FourHands.com</a> for more information.</div>
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