Director of Accounting at Barge Design Solutions in Nashville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Director of Accounting




Career Area: Business Services



What We're Looking For:
Are you an innovative accounting leader with a passion for transforming teams, processes, and culture? We're searching for a forward-thinking Director of Accounting to lead a team through a pivotal transformation. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of modernizing our financial operations, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. This is a rare opportunity to take the reins of a dynamic accounting department that's ready to embrace the future. If you thrive in environments where change management, cutting-edge technology, and inclusive leadership are central to the role.



Who You Are:

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  Transformative Leader: You have a proven track record of leading successful transformations, particularly in accounting or financial functions. You thrive in fast-paced, complex environments and are skilled at leading change.


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  Innovator at Heart: You embrace modern accounting technologies-from automation to AI-and are excited to implement forward-thinking solutions that drive efficiency and impact.


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  Inclusive Leader: You're passionate about fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are not just welcomed but celebrated. You build teams that are collaborative, agile, and equipped to handle change.


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  Tech-Savvy Financial Expert: You are knowledgeable in GAAP, FAR Part 31, and other relevant regulations, with experience in financial systems (e.g., BST Global) and tools such as Power BI.


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  Strategic Partner: You understand that accounting plays a critical role in enabling business success. You communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders and offer insights that contribute to organizational growth.
  
  
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  


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  Strategic Leadership: Lead the accounting function through a period of significant change, including process optimization, and systems upgrades, while maintaining compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.


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  Change Management: Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for modernizing the accounting function, promoting operational efficiencies, and driving accountability across teams.


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  Leverage Data and Analytics: Utilize advanced business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, AI) to develop real-time insights that shape strategic decisions and improve operational performance.


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  Financial Oversight: Oversee all general accounting operations, including month-end close, cash management, payroll, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.


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  Build & Inspire a High-Performing Team: Mentor and lead a diverse team of accounting professionals, promoting a culture where creativity, inclusivity, and continuous learning thrive.


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  System and Process Improvement: Champion the integration of financial systems (e.g., BST Global) and business intelligence tools (Power BI), ensuring seamless and secure financial reporting.


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  Collaborative Partnership: Work closely with senior leadership to drive cross-functional alignment, providing insights and recommendations that support business decisions and long-term financial planning.


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  Cultural Transformation: Be a cultural ambassador, promoting a positive, transparent, and accountable work environment where diverse voices are heard, respected, and valued.

Education & Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required); CPA, CMA, or Master's degree preferred.


• Minimum 10 years of relevant accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.


• Experience with change management and leading large-scale transformation efforts.


• Knowledge of GAAP, Federal Acquisition Regulations Part 31, and accounting systems (BST Global or similar).


• Proficiency with business intelligence tools such as Power BI.


• Strong leadership, team-building, and mentorship experience, particularly in a restructuring environment.


• Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams in a rapidly changing environment.

What We Offer:

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  Culture of Innovation: Work in an environment prioritizing creativity, continuous learning, and innovative problem-solving. You'll have the autonomy to shape and lead the transformation.


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  Inclusive Environment: A supportive and collaborative environment where we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an equitable workplace.


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  Professional Growth: Opportunities for ongoing professional development and leadership training.


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  Cutting-Edge Tools: Access to the latest technology, including AI-driven financial insights, data analytics, and cloud-based financial platforms, to ensure your team operates at peak performance.


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  Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive salary and benefits package that recognizes your leadership, expertise, and impact.

Why join us?



Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 550+ people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked on Engineering News-Record (ENR)'s Top 500 Design Firms and Architectural Record's Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work®.


Our primary purpose for being in business is ultimately to create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients and communities. This purpose is supported by our company's core values because at the end of the day, Barge CARES:

• Collaborate - Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do.


• Authentic - Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are.


• Responsible - We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better.


• Excellence - We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us.


• Service - We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others.

We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Apply Now