Title: Director, Accounting
Location: Remote
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Controller
Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt / Salaried
Effective Date: March 17, 2026
About Hydrobuilder Holdings
Hydrobuilder Holdings (HBH) exists to empower growers to thrive. As one of the largest providers of products, services and technology to the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) industry, we support cultivators across the spectrum — from large commercial facilities to independent growers — helping them improve yields, operate more efficiently and grow sustainably.
Elevated, our commercial division, is a tech-enabled service platform supporting professional cultivators from build-out through harvest with Account Executives, Cultivation Advisors and AI-driven crop insights. Hydrobuilder.com, “The Growers Marketplace,” serves smaller growers through a digital platform offering curated products and education. Our integrated AgTech program combines AI, sensor data and lab analytics to deliver actionable insights that improve cultivation performance.
Overview of Position
The Director of Accounting is responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting operations across a multi-dimensional business spanning Commercial field services, Retail locations, Manufacturing, and eCommerce — ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting across all segments. This role leads the accounting team and manages all aspects of the accounting function including financial reporting, internal controls, close processes, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate must possess deep expertise in GAAP and core accounting fundamentals, with the ability to apply these principles across a complex, multi-entity environment that encompasses brick-and-mortar retail, commercial operations, manufacturing, and digital commerce. This position is expected to leverage modern technology and AI-enabled tools to drive operational efficiency, automate workflows, and optimize the performance of the accounting function. All strategic financial decisions are made in alignment with the Controller and senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including hiring, training, and performance management
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture
- Establish clear expectations and accountability across all accounting functions
Financial Reporting & GAAP Compliance
- Oversee preparation and review of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Ensure all reporting is in full compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Maintain strong command of accounting fundamentals, including revenue recognition, accruals, consolidations, and financial statement presentation
Month-End & Year-End Close
- Manage and optimize the month-end and year-end close processes
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Drive continuous improvement in close cycle efficiency and transparency
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Design, implement, and maintain effective internal control systems to safeguard company assets and financial data
- Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively
Audit Management
- Coordinate internal and external audits and serve as the primary accounting liaison with auditors
- Provide supporting documentation and ensure timely resolution of audit findings
- Review and maintain audit schedules to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness across all reporting periods and business segments
- Partner with external auditors on dual-standard audit engagements, ensuring compliance with both GAAP and applicable secondary reporting frameworks
- Implement corrective actions based on audit recommendations
Systems, Automation & Process Improvement
- Evaluate and improve accounting workflows, systems, and operational processes
- Lead implementation and optimization of accounting technologies, including Acumatica ERP
- Utilize AI tools, automation platforms, and advanced analytics to improve productivity, reporting accuracy, and decision-making
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the accounting function
Multi-Dimensional & Multi-Entity Accounting
- Manage accounting operations within a multi-entity, multi-state environment
- Oversee accounting operations across a multi-dimensional business model spanning Commercial field services, Retail locations, Manufacturing, and eCommerce — including revenue recognition, cost accounting, intercompany transactions, and segment reporting
Tax Coordination
- Partner with external tax advisors on tax compliance and planning
- Support preparation and documentation related to federal, state, and local tax requirements
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Month-end close completed within 5 business days of period end
- Financial statement accuracy rate: 0 material restatements per fiscal year
- Audit completion on schedule with 0 material findings
- Internal control compliance rate ≥ 98%
- Balance sheet reconciliation completion rate: 100% monthly
- Staff retention rate ≥ 85% annually
- Process improvement initiatives: ≥ 2 documented efficiency gains per year
- ERP and reporting data integrity: 0 financial reporting failures attributable to accounting processes
Key Challenges
- Maintaining financial accuracy and GAAP compliance across a complex, multi-entity, multi-state eCommerce environment
- Navigating evolving accounting standards, sales tax regulations, and state-level reporting requirements
- Balancing strategic financial leadership with hands-on operational execution in a high-growth organization
- Driving technology adoption and AI-enabled process improvement while managing change across the accounting function
- Scaling financial operations and team capabilities to support rapid business growth
Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred
- Minimum 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role
- Deep mastery of GAAP and core accounting fundamentals, including revenue recognition, consolidations, and multi-entity reporting
- Experience managing accounting operations within multi-entity, multi-state organizations
- Experience supporting eCommerce or digitally driven business models
- Proficiency with ERP systems; Acumatica experience highly preferred
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting platforms
- Demonstrated experience leveraging automation, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve financial operations
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- High attention to detail, financial accuracy, and professional integrity
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Compensation
- Base Salary: Commensurate with experience
- Performance-based incentives
- Cell phone stipend
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Flexible work schedule and remote work options
