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Director, Accounting

Candescent

Candescent

Accounting & Finance
Islandia, NY, USA · New York, NY, USA
Posted on Nov 4, 2025

Candescent is the leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions. We are transforming digital banking with intelligent, cloud-powered solutions that connect account opening, digital banking, and branch experiences for financial institutions. Our advanced technology and developer tools enable seamless, differentiated customer journeys that elevate trust, service, and innovation. Success here requires flexibility in a fast-paced environment, a client-first mindset, and a commitment to delivering consistent, reliable results as part of a performance-driven, values-led team. With team members around the world, Candescent is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Summary:

The Director of Accounting is responsible for leading and managing the monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate and timely consolidation of financial statements, and delivering insightful monthly financial analysis. This role will oversee the review of account reconciliations, coordinate the preparation of monthly reporting packages, and collaborate closely with FP&A and cross-functional teams to maintain a high standard of financial integrity and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate the monthly close process across all entities, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is accurate.
  • Oversee the consolidation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and internal policies.
  • Review and approve account reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting packages for executive leadership and stakeholders.
  • Partner with FP&A to align actuals with forecasts and budgets, and support variance analysis.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Operations, HR, IT) to ensure completeness of financial data and resolve close-related issues.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline the close and reporting cycle.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and support audit requirements.
  • Mentor and develop accounting team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles.
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
  • Experience with financial consolidation systems and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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