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General information

Country
USA
State
Ohio
City
Milford

Descriptions & requirements

About the role: 

As the Director of Accounting Operations at TQL, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for the company’s accounting operations, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and scalable processes that support business growth. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving financial integrity, efficiency, strengthen governance, and support business growth.


What’s in it for you: 

  • Paid relocation to Cincinnati, OH, if applicable
  • Join a well-established, respected, industry leader and brand
  • Unmatched opportunity through the explosive growth of existing business and new services
  • Comprehensive benefits package
    • Health, dental and vision coverage
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Perks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and more
  • Certified Great Place to Work with 800+ lifetime workplace award wins

 

What you’ll be doing: 

  • Provide strategic, functional, and operational direction across accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and other core functions. Align accounting operations with organizational strategy and growth objectives
  • Lead cash management, banking relationships, cash forecasting, and day-to-day treasury operations of the organization
  • Advise on short-term borrowing needs, investing initiatives, and cash management strategies
  • Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and other applicable regulations. Establish governance frameworks to mitigate financial risk and safeguard company assets
  • Oversee timely, accurate, and compliant financial close activities and reporting processes, including monthly, quarterly, and annual results
  • Collaborate with Audit, Tax, Legal, Corporate Accounting, and Operations to align financial activities, anticipate risks, and support enterprise initiatives
  • Drive automation, standardization, and process optimization across accounting operations through implementation of highly effective integrated systems. Lead strategic initiatives to scale the accounting function, enabling growth while improving efficiency, reducing operating costs, and ensuring adaptability to evolving business needs
  • Support FP&A developing key inputs into the balance sheet, income statements, and cash flow statements for the annual plan and forecasts
  • Develop and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and analytics to measure financial performance, operational efficiency, and progress toward organizational goals. Provide proactive insights and actionable recommendations to drive profitability and long-term value creation

 

What you’ll need:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; CPA preferred
  • 8 – 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role managing teams and operations across multiple functions (AR, AP, GL, etc.)
  • Demonstrated success in leading accounting operations for a mid-to-large organization (or rapidly scaling company)
  • Proven track record in establishing policies, controls, and governance frameworks to ensure GAAP and SOX compliance
  • Hands-on experience with process transformation, automation, and system implementations (e.g., ERP upgrades)
  • Strong background in financial reporting and analysis, with the ability to translate data into strategic insights for executive leadership
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (Audit, Tax, Legal, Treasury, Operations) and presenting recommendations to executive leadership and/or Board members
  • Exposure to M&A, integrations, or other complex transactions preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing accounting teams, fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
  • Exceptional communication, executive presence, and influence skills, with the ability to convey complex financial matters to non-financial stakeholders

 

Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.

About Us

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) is one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation. TQL connects customers with truckload freight that needs to be moved with quality carriers who have the capacity to move it. 

As a company that operates 24/7/365, TQL manages work-life balance with sales support teams that assist with accounting, and after hours calls and specific needs. At TQL, the opportunities are endless which means that there is room for career advancement and the ability to write your own paycheck. 

What’s your worth? Our open and transparent communication from management creates a successful work environment and custom career path for our employees. TQL is an industry-leader in the logistics industry with unlimited potential. Be a part of something big.
Total Quality Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at recruiting@tql.com