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Director of Accounting Resume Template

Hiring Manager for Director of Accounting Roles
Template approved by: Carl Stevenson
Senior Hiring Manager - Director of Accounting Roles
17+ Years of Experience

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    A director of accounting is a senior, experienced accounting professional. They will lead the way in financial reporting, international exchanges, intercompany transactions, and audits. They may also be tasked with optimizing internal controls, preparing detailed financial reports for investors, and more. This position oversees direct reports in the accounting department making managerial skills also important.

    When looking for a director of accounting, hiring managers will be looking for someone with at least a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, though a Master’s degree may give a candidate a competitive edge. Hiring managers will want a candidate with 5+ years of progressive professional accounting experience. Having accounting specific certifications will also be desirable to hiring managers.

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    A resume for a director of accounting with a BS in accounting, CMA and CPA license, and experience as a finance manager.

    Tips to help you write your Director of Accounting resume in 2023

       Obtain a CMA or CPA credential

    Certifications show hiring managers you have studied and been tested on core aspects of accounting and financial management. Obtaining your CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Managerial Accountant) credential can show employers you’re well-versed in accounting principles.

       Show your experience managing teams in a financial setting

    As a director of accounting, you’ll be expected to lead junior accountants in daily processes and operations. To land this role, it’s wise to show you have the leadership skills to do this. If you’ve previously overseen a team, or led your team in accounting projects or overhauling processes, it’s wise to detail your success with it in your resume.

    Also see: How To Write Your Resume's Work Experience Section
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    Skills For Director of Accounting Resumes

    Here are examples of popular skills from Director of Accounting job descriptions that you can include on your resume.

    • Journal Entries
    • Bookkeeping
    • Financial Statements
    • Accounts Receivable (AR)
    • QuickBooks
    • Internal Controls
    • Financial Analysis
    • Auditing
    • Financial Reporting
    • Fixed Assets
    Match Your Resume To These Skills

    Skills Word Cloud For Director of Accounting Resumes

    This word cloud highlights the important keywords that appear on Director of Accounting job descriptions and resumes. The bigger the word, the more frequently it appears on job postings, and the more likely you should include it in your resume.

    Top Director of Accounting Skills and Keywords to Include On Your Resume

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