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Chief Accounting Officer

Chief Accounting Officer

The Elmet GroupME, United States
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Chief Accounting Officer to be the senior accounting leader for the enterprise. This person will strengthen financial systems by developing a strong control environment, driving accuracy, efficiency, and transparency across the company’s reporting processes. They will also bring a high level of technical accounting proficiency, serving as a strategic partner to the CFO through a period of significant growth and change.

What You’ll Do

Lead Financial Reporting and Compliance

  • Oversee accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant financial statements across multiple operating companies.
  • Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including consolidation, eliminations, reconciliations and variance analysis that can withstand PCAOB-level audit scrutiny.
  • Partner with external auditors and internal business controllers to deliver clean audit results.
  • Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and readiness for SOX compliance.

Drive Operational Excellence

  • Oversee corporate accounting operations including revenue recognition (ASC 606), grant accounting, tax provision, intangible asset testing, inventory, entity valuations, leases, and equity compensation.
  • Implement process improvements and automation across ERP and consolidation systems to increase accuracy and speed.
  • Evaluate and deploy new accounting standards across the enterprise.
  • Leverage data and automation to improve accuracy, insight, and timeliness in financial reporting.
  • Support M&A and Integration

  • Assess acquisition targets for technical accounting implications and lead the financial integration of newly acquired entities.
  • Ensure purchase accounting, valuations, and related disclosures are handled accurately and efficiently.
  • Develop and Lead the Team

  • Manage and mentor accounting staff, building a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and partnership with the business.
  • Establish clear performance standards and succession planning for key roles.
  • What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
  • Big 4 or national firm experience strongly preferred, ideally with exposure to public-company reporting.
  • Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
  • Demonstrated success leading multi-entity consolidations and complex accounting operations.
  • Hands‑on experience with ERP and consolidation tools.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across finance, operations, and leadership teams.
  • A continuous‑improvement mindset with bias toward action, accuracy, and deadlines.
  • High integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to ethical standards.
  • Thrives in a fast‑moving, evolving environment and enjoys creating clarity from complexity.
  • Compensation and Benefits

  • Base Salary : Targeting between $185,000 and $200,000 , commensurate with experience.
  • Annual Bonus and long-term incentive opportunities tied to performance.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, paid time off and generous retirement benefits .
  • A visible leadership role with opportunity for advancement as the company continues to grow.
  • Why This Role Matters

    This is a career-defining opportunity to help shape the financial backbone of a growing industrial group headquartered in Maine. You’ll work directly with senior leadership, modernize systems and controls, and leave a lasting imprint on how the organization operates for years to come.

    The Elmet Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

    We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and maintaining a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

    Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Elmet Group by 2x.

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