Director, Accounting

Overview

Lead Finance Shared Services for AR, AP, and Project Accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• accounts payable
• accounts receivable
• project accounting
• process automation
• erp integration
• financial reporting

Tasks

-Manage Accounts Payable to maintain vendor accuracy, timely payments, and compliance with internal controls, tax, and procurement policies. -Oversee Accounts Receivable to ensure timely and accurate invoicing, efficient cash application, and proactive collections to improve working capital and reduce DSO. -Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing shared services team focused on accountability, customer service, and operational excellence. -Ensure financial compliance and audit readiness, maintaining strong internal controls in accordance with GAAP and company policies. -Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and IT leadership to enhance collaboration and service delivery. -Oversee performance reporting for AR, AP, and Project Accounting to identify trends, resolve bottlenecks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. -Lead Project Accounting operations including project setup, job costing, WIP analysis, and billing coordination to ensure accurate project reporting and profitability tracking. -Develop and lead the Finance Shared Services organization, establishing a scalable structure and roadmap that centralizes AR, AP, and Project Accounting in alignment with corporate financial goals. -Standardize and optimize financial processes across all business units through consistent policies, workflows, and controls. -Drive automation and leverage ERP systems and digital tools to streamline workflows and enhance data integrity.

Requirements

• erp
• deltek
• excel
• gaap
• cpa
• shared services

What You Bring

-Strategic thinker with proven operational execution capabilities. -Proficiency with ERP and BI tools (Deltek preferred); advanced Excel and data analysis skills. -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred). -Strong knowledge of GAAP and project-based accounting principles. -Experience in the AEC or professional services industry with strong knowledge of project accounting. -Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. -10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 5 years in leadership. -Proven success in building or leading a Finance Shared Services organization. -Exceptional leadership, change management, and team development skills.

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About Pape-Dawson

-Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force. -Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions. -A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure. -Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center. -Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning. -The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.

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