Director of Finance / Controller

Abdo, a growing accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Director of Finance / Controller to join the firm’s leadership team and to lead the firm's finance function with discipline and insight in support of the firm's goals. We are looking for a thoughtful, forward-thinking, and relationship-oriented individual to come grow alongside us.

At Abdo, we’re not your typical accounting firm. For us, ‘Lighting the path forward’ means that we go well beyond traditional accounting and auditing to deliver solutions that help our clients succeed. We carefully seek out the best people and trust them to make a difference in helping our clients navigate forward with confidence.

Our culture is built on the following principles

• Relationships: We give our best to our clients and to each other.
• Teamwork: We accomplish great things together.
• Growth & Development: We get better every day.

Key responsibilities include

Financial Operations & Process Leadership

• Actively participate in firm strategic planning sessions, providing financial insight that supports new business strategies, growth, and sustainability.
• Own the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the firm’s accounting close, financial reporting, and forecasting processes.
• Lead ongoing process improvement efforts across the accounting and finance function, streamlining workflows and eliminating inefficiencies.
• Champion the adoption of technology and automation tools to increase accuracy, efficiency, and capacity within the finance team.
• Lead the budgeting process and provide recommendations for enhancing financial performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting for leadership and partners.
• Develop, monitor, and analyze meaningful Scorecard measurables that align with the firm’s strategic direction.
• Communicate financial performance, trends, and forec