Director of Accounting

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Leads and oversees accounting operations to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting. Owns the general ledger, close process, accounting policies, internal controls, and audit coordination. Establishes and governs the organization’s financial governance framework to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable regulatory requirements. Maintains and stenghtens company's internal control enviornment. Directs accounting strategy, operational excellence, and team development to support organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Oversees and continuously improves the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
Establishes, implements, and maintains accounting policies and procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Ensures the integrity of the balance sheet through structured reconciliation, review, and oversight processes.
Directs the internal control framework to promote effective financial governance and risk management.
Serves as primary liaison for external auditors and leads the annual audit process.
Partners with Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and operational leaders to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
Leads and develops the accounting team, including performance management, succession planning, and talent development, while supporting strategic initiatives, acquisitions, integrations, and system implementations.

Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Work Experience:
10 or more years of experience in accounting, finance, or financial reporting required.
4 or more years of experience in a managerial or leadership capacity required.
Significant experience with ERP systems and Reporting tools.

Certifications and Licenses:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) certification preferred.
Successful completion of a background check is required.

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DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at  www.dpr.com/careers .