Onyx+East · 9 hours ago
Director of Accounting
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expOnyx+East is a residential developer/homebuilder that delivers well-crafted and designed homes to clients. They are seeking a Director of Accounting to lead all accounting operations and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial information while building scalable processes to support growth.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Accounting department, including hiring, training, development, and performance management
Establish clear goals, accountability, and scalable processes aligned with company growth
Ensure the accounting team meets corporate objectives, deadlines, and service standards
Foster a culture of accuracy, ownership, continuous improvement, and internal customer service
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for corporate, project, and fund entities
Review and approve financial statements, job cost reports, margin analysis, and management reporting
Ensure consistent accounting policies across Development, Construction, Construction Operations, Sales, and Fund entities
Maintain timely and accurate books and records in accordance with GAAP and company standards
Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and treasury management
Manage the monthly lender draw process, ensuring accuracy, compliance with loan documents, and timely funding
Monitor covenant compliance across all loans and credit facilities
Partner with the CFO on capital planning, debt utilization, and liquidity strategy
Oversee all tax compliance and planning, including federal, state, and local filings for corporate and project entities
Coordinate annual audits, reviews, and lender required reporting
Evaluate tax strategies, regional tax implications, and entity structuring to maximize shareholder value
Establish and maintain internal controls and compliance procedures
Conduct internal reviews and audits to ensure policies, procedures, and controls are followed
Serve as the primary owner and administrator of the company accounting system
Design, document, and continuously improve accounting processes and procedures
Lead system enhancements, integrations, and automation initiatives as the company scales
Ensure strong data integrity, reporting consistency, and control environment
Partner with executive leadership on long term financial planning and growth initiatives
Participate in strategic discussions related to project underwriting, financing structures, joint ventures, and fund formation
Oversee accounting and reporting for funds, programmatic joint ventures, private placements, and equity structures
Proactively identify financial risks, operational inefficiencies, and value creation opportunities
Serve as a primary accounting contact for lenders, auditors, and capital partners
Ensure clear, accurate, and professional communication with external stakeholders
Provide timely and insightful reporting to senior leadership and project teams
Uphold the Onyx+East brand by delivering a first class internal and external accounting function
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
10 plus years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in homebuilding, real estate development, or construction
Proven experience leading an accounting team in a multi-entity environment
Strong knowledge of GAAP, job cost accounting, construction draws, and real estate tax structures
Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced, open environment
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail with the ability to maintain big picture perspective
Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross functionally
Preferred
CPA and or MBA strongly preferred
Company
Onyx+East
Onyx+East is a real estate based property dealing service.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Andrew Lahr
CFO and Co-Founder
Recent News
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