Director of Finance and Human Resources

Role Overview

Hobe and Lucas CPAs seeks a Director of Finance and HR to supervise the firm’s internal financial management and human resources activities. This hands-on leadership position is ideal for a proactive, business-minded professional who enjoys solving problems, refining systems, and supporting growth in a professional services environment. The successful candidate will take ownership, drive process improvements, and collaborate with firm leadership to strengthen internal infrastructure as the firm expands.

Location

Independence, OH 44131

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership by owning the monthly internal financial statements
• Oversee the billing workflow and the final release of invoices to clients
• Manage accounts receivable, work in progress, realization, and collections
• Process payroll and oversee accounts payable, including Bill.com
• Lead cash flow forecasting and manage banking relationships
• Prepare and present monthly financial reporting to partners
• Monitor and drive improvements to key firm KPIs
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process enhancements
• Strengthen internal financial controls and reporting systems
• Serve as the firm’s primary HR contact and provide HR leadership
• Lead onboarding and offboarding processes
• Oversee benefits administration and annual renewals
• Maintain HR compliance and employee documentation
• Coordinate the firm’s performance review process
• Address employee performance concerns and maintain related documentation
• Enforce firm policies and expectations
• Collaborate with fractional HR support as needed

Skills and Competencies

• Strong accounting and financial reporting capabilities
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Experience with QuickBooks Desktop and Online
• Experience managing accounts receivable and cash flow
• HR administration and benefits oversight experience
• Solid problem-solving and process improvement mindset
• Comfort with learning and implementing new systems and technology
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work directly with leadership
• Professional handling of confidential matters

Qualifications

• 7–15 years of accounting experience
• Experience in a professional services firm preferred
• Strong background in financial reporting and cash flow management
• Business-minded and growth-oriented
• Ability to work independently and hold others accountable
• Effective communication with partners, staff, and vendors
• CPA preferred but not required

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus eligibility
• Paid time off
• Healthcare coverage
• 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor contribution
• Hybrid work environment (primarily in-office with some flexibility)
• Flexible core hours
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Family-friendly culture
• Technology-forward firm with modern systems

Compensation

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Education

Bachelor's degree (Required)

Work Location

Hybrid remote in Independence, OH 44131

About Hobe and Lucas

Hobe and Lucas is a forward-thinking public accounting firm committed to continuous improvement, accountability, and long-term growth. We invest in technology and infrastructure to support our team and deliver exceptional service to our clients. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership, improve systems, and play a meaningful leadership role within a growing firm.