Job Title: Director of Accounting
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Location: Houston, TX
Overview
PSS Industrial Group is seeking a strategic and detail-driven Director of Accounting to lead our core accounting operations with excellence and integrity. Reporting to the CFO, this role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and transparency of all accounting functions, including general ledger, month-end close, internal and external reporting, fixed assets, and compliance.
This leader will be a hands-on operator and a thoughtful strategist — someone who can dive deep into the numbers, guide a high-performing team, and support executive decision-making with financial clarity.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Leadership & Compliance
•Lead all general ledger functions, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes.
•Oversee financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, ensuring compliance and consistency.
•Manage internal controls and support ongoing SOX readiness or audit compliance efforts.
•Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
•Ensure compliance with all tax reporting requirements (sales/use tax, property tax, etc.).
Financial Process Optimization
•Identify and implement process improvements across the accounting cycle to reduce close timelines and improve data accuracy.
•Collaborate with IT and FP&A to drive automation and system enhancements, including workflow improvements and data integrity checks.
•Partner with Procurement, Operations, and AP/AR leadership to align accounting practices with upstream and downstream processes.
Team Development & Cross-Functional Partnership
•Lead, coach, and develop a growing team of accounting professionals.
•Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning.
•Provide leadership support to the CFO and executive team by delivering clear, actionable financial insights and recommendations.
Required Qualifications
•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
•10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
•Deep understanding of GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal controls.
•Prior experience in a distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment strongly preferred.
•Advanced ERP experience required — Infor CloudSuite Distribution (CSD) or similar system is a strong plus.
•Proven ability to lead accounting teams through change, growth, and process transformation.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an executive presence.
Preferred Attributes
•Demonstrated success in accelerating the close process while maintaining data quality.
•Experience with intercompany accounting, inventory, and cost accounting in a multi-location environment.
•Ability to design and implement automation tools, workflow enhancements, and robust financial controls.
•Enthusiastic leader who can translate complex data into strategic insight for leadership and board-level reporting.
Why Join PSS Industrial Group?
We’re a growing, agile organization serving the energy, construction, and industrial markets across North America. As we scale, we’re investing in top-tier talent and operational excellence — and we need leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments where improvement is a constant. This is more than just accounting; it’s about building a foundation for smarter, faster, and more confident decision-making.
Compensation
$120,000 - $150,000