Accounting Director jobs in Gulfport, MS

Accounting Director directs the operations and policies of an accounting function. Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental, financial, and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Being an Accounting Director monitors and evaluates accounting systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Oversees overall monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting. Additionally, Accounting Director develops and directs accounting professionals and supports staff through subordinate managers. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. May require Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Typically reports to a head of accounting. The Accounting Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be an Accounting Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Finance & Accounting
  • Elliott Homes
  • Gulfport, MS FULL_TIME
  • Elliott Homes is seeking an experienced Director of Finance & Accounting to join its residential homebuilding company. Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Finance is instrumental in driving growth and profitability through refined and expanded financing resources and enhanced processes, procedures, cost controls, reporting, and projections. The Director of Finance powerfully brings accountability and influences the proper change needed for The Elliott Companies to obtain its vision. 
    If you are a Controller wanting to take the next step or a current Director of Finance wanting to join a dynamic, growing company, this may be for you.  You must be willing and able to be “hands on” while also able to think and act “big picture."  

    Working from the head office of Elliott Homes in Gulfport, MS. We offer competitive wages, commensurate with experience, along with a benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401k, and more. 

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 
    Management:
    • Create, maintain, and enforce a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
    • Oversee the operations of the accounting and finance departments, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving each department's goals and objective.
    • Manage the finance and accounting personnel and operations of Elliott Homes and affiliated companies, especially their control systems, transaction-processing operations, and policies and procedures.
    • Ensure cost control practices are in place and adhered to by all.
    • Communicate the culture and values of the company and empower team members to reach beyond their comfort zone.
    • Contract review. 
    • Ensure all company assets are protected via comprehensive and cost-efficient corporate insurance coverages.
    • Oversee all information technology initiatives, policies and procedures.
    Executive Leadership:
    • Create annual business plan trajectory for the company with monthly comparisons of budget to actual.
    • Continually communicate expectations and needs to the operations for accountability toward obtaining it.
    • Create necessary change needed to obtain business plan and company goals.
    • Obtain financial resources and credit facilities needed to obtain company goals.
    • Ensure company risk is minimized and management remains focused on KPI’s.
    • Take ownership over the current status and the future of The Elliott Companies by acting as an accountability partner to the COO and CEO. NOT A YES PERSON. 
    • Send banks a quarterly CEO’s report of the trends, financials, health and goals of Elliott Companies. 
    • Pro forma’s for opportunities, expansion and growth. 
    • Land Committee – Approve land purchases on the land committee. As well as obtain financing for land development projects.. 
    • #1 liaison with lenders and banking relationships.
    Transactions: 
    • Confirm accounts payable are paid in a timely manner and reasonable discounts are taken on accounts payable
    • Ensure monthly bank reconciliations are completed
    • Ensure required debt payments are made on a timely basis
    • Review commissions and bonuses for payroll in a timely manner
    • Maintain the chart of accounts
    • Uphold an orderly accounting filing system
    • Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions
    Reporting: 
    • Issue timely and complete financial statements
    • Insure all general ledger accounts for all companies are reconciled monthly.
    • Benchmark performance of departments/divisions/individuals against company goals
    • Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics
    • Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts
    • Calculate variances from the budget and report issues to management weekly. (Tuesday management meeting) 
    • Maintain and improve management cost reports to ensure real time data.
    • Provide financial analyses as needed, for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations
    Compliance: 
    • Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual review
    • Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants
    • Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
    Requirements:
    • Experience in an accounting position with a homebuilder is highly preferred.
    • Experience in an accounting position in construction is required 
    • Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required
    • Strong knowledge of Excel - medium or advanced level skills
    • Marks Systems/IHMS experience preferred
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Accounting Intern
  • Coast Electric Power Association
  • Kiln, MS INTERN
  • Coast Electric is looking for an Accounting Intern from a local University who is majoring in accounting and is at a junior or senior level. This position will provide relevant skills in a variety of ...
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Accounting Controller
  • KLLM Transport Services
  • Richland, MS FULL_TIME
  • Equipment Solutions, an affiliate of KLLM Transport Services, is a full-service truck, trailer, and intermodal equipment sales & leasing company that is looking for a Controller to join the team! If y...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Accounting Clerk
  • Seemann Composites LLC
  • Gulfport, MS FULL_TIME
  • Accounting ClerkSeemann Composites is currently seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our accounting and finance team. In this role you will provide general support to the accounting department.Essentia...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Accounting Specialist
  • Blacklidge
  • Gulfport, MS FULL_TIME
  • ACCOUNTING CLERK The Accounting Clerk position is responsible for gathering, preparing, and processing daily accounting documents and emails. They will be required to perform these tasks self-sufficie...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Director
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Gulfport, MS FULL_TIME
  • Assistant Manager The Assistant Manager has the responsibility for directing the daily operations of a quick service restaurant, ensuring compliance with company standards in all areas of operations, ...
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Marketing Assistant
  • Yates Construction
  • Biloxi, MS
  • Marketing Assistant Reports to: VP, Business Development Location: Biloxi, MS Snapshot: Self-motivated professional that...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - MUNICIPAL COURT
  • City of Gulfport
  • Gulfport, MS
  • Administrative Assistant I- Municipal Court Department: 125 - Municipal Court FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Overview ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Postal Clerk - No Experience Required
  • The Postal Service
  • Gulfport, MS
  • POSTAL CLERK NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED PAID TRAINING PROVIDED JOB SECURITY The Postal Service is the largest government rel...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Postal Mail Processor-No experience required
  • The Postal Service
  • Gulfport, MS
  • POSTAL CLERK NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED PAID TRAINING PROVIDED JOB SECURITY The Postal Service is the largest government rel...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Office Assistant
  • PrideStaff
  • Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Job Description Job Description PrideStaff is looking for an experienced Office Assistant in the Port Bienville Industri...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrative Assistant - Work From Home>
  • Rob Levine Law
  • Biloxi, MS
  • [Office Assistant / Fully Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / Competitive Pay - As an Administrative Assistant you'll: Act as t...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrative Assistant - Work From Home>
  • Rob Levine Law
  • Picayune, MS
  • [Office Assistant / Fully Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / Competitive Pay - As an Administrative Assistant you'll: Act as t...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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FT Project Support Administrative Assistant - Work From Home>
  • FEFA
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • [Office Assistant / Fully Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / Competitive salary / Medical benefits / PTO - As a Project Suppor...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Gulfport is the second-largest city in Mississippi after the state capital, Jackson. Along with Biloxi, Gulfport is the other county seat of Harrison County and the larger of the two principal cities of the Gulfport-Biloxi, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, Mississippi Combined Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city of Gulfport had a total population of 67,793. It is also home to the US Navy Atlantic Fleet Seabees. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 64.2 sq mi (166.4 km2), of which ...
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Income Estimation for Accounting Director jobs
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Gulfport, Mississippi area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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