Accounting Director Lampton Love, Inc.

Position Title: Accounting Director Reports to: President - Lampton-Love Inc.

Lampton Love Inc. headquartered in Flowood MS is a family-owned business with more than 70 years of experience serving our branches across the Southeast. With over 30 locations in 4 states we are a relationship-driven organization built on strong connections with our employees customers and communities. As part of the Ergon family of companies we combine the responsiveness and personal touch of a family business with the resources and professionalism of a larger organization. Our culture emphasizes safety integrity and teamwork and we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service.

Job Summary: The Accounting Director is a senior management role responsible for overseeing and directing all accounting and auditing functions for Lampton-Love Inc. This position ensures the integrity of financial reporting compliance with GAAP and the effectiveness of internal controls. The Accounting Director leads the accounting team manages financial operations and collaborates with internal and external partners to support the companys financial health and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead manage and develop a team of Accountants Accounting Specialists and Internal Auditors.
• Oversee and review all core accounting functions including general ledger fixed assets inventory accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Manage and monitor company revenue operational expenses and all applicable taxes (sales & use franchise payroll).
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records in compliance with GAAP.
• Identify and properly account for transactions with complex or significant accounting implications.
• Direct and complete monthly quarterly and annual closing processes.
• Prepare and present timely financial statements and reports.
• Establish maintain and improve internal controls to safeguard company assets and information.
• Collaborate with other departments to communicate financial findings issues and recommendations.
• Coordinate and support external audits serving as the primary liaison with outside auditors.
• Work closely with bankers vendors and other external partners.
• Safeguard confidential financial and organizational information.
• Utilize ERP systems effectively with preference for SAP and/or Sage platforms.
• Support mergers and acquisitions activities including financial analysis and integration efforts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting from an accredited university required.
• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in public or private accounting preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in a controller or similar leadership role preferred.
• Proven experience overseeing accounts payable accounts receivable fixed assets inventory payroll and internal audit functions.
• Experience working with external auditors bankers and vendors.
• Familiarity with ERP systems; SAP and/or Sage experience preferred.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel Word and Outlook.
• Strong leadership interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Highly motivated dependable and able to work independently.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical dental vision & life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Propane discount
• Supportive team long-term stability and room to grow

At Ergon Inc. we live by our core values:

• Empowered Service: Together were committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do whats right provide solutions and foster stronger relationships with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority and the first consideration in all aspects of our service. Thats empowered service.
• Selfless Leadership: We lead with compassion and put those around us before ourselves. We dont say were the experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise category innovation and care for what we do. We call this selfless leadership.
• Purposeful Growth: We believe employee growth and company growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure future success through purposeful growth. The company has always reinvested tremendously back into the business but not just growing for the sake of growing but growing in a careful and strategic way.
• Respectful Relationships: And together we foster a culture of respect acceptance and diversity of ideas and of people. Our differences make us stronger. And were united by our shared values always forging respectful relationships.

Come join the team!

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.

We are an EEO/AAP employer.

Job Role: Accounting Director

Location: Flowood MS 39232

Required Experience:

Director