Are you interested in working in a growing industry? Increased demand for smart home security has opened a brand new opportunity at Guardian for high-energy people like you.
We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it’s safe.
What’s In It For You:
Attractive compensation package
Comprehensive benefit package available from day one
Career advancement and professional growth opportunities
Join a top ten industry leader with a high-performance, employee-oriented culture
What You’ll Be Doing:
1. Financial Reporting and Compliance
Oversee preparation of all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for distribution to Executive Leadership, as well as external parties, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Ensure timely and accurate consolidation and reporting of financial results across multiple business units Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; coordinates full completion of annual external audits
2. Own Accounting Operations
Lead all general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, and fixed asset accounting functions Oversee revenue recognition processes, including subscription-based and service-based revenue streams. Executes cost matching principles, at a job level, for fully allocated visibility of financial performance. Ensure accurate and consistent execution of business unit-level allocations to drive meaningful visibility and insights into our performance Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
3. Systems and Technology
Oversee accounting systems and ensure data integrity across business platforms and ERP Ensure strong internal controls around financial systems and business processes Partner directly with IT to lead: System upgrades, integrations, and automation opportunities Accounting department Ai exploration and implementation
4. Leadership and Team Development
Manage, lead, and develop a team of accounting professionals
Foster a culture of accountability, curiosity, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within the department
Continuous cross-functional collaboration with all teams within the organization
5. Ongoing Support of Strategic Initiatives
Partner with executives and key stakeholders in support of all acquisition and strategic partnership agreements Continuously drive operational efficiency initiatives such as inventory management, cash collection, and accounting process automation.
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent, CPA preferred
8+ years of progressive accounting/controllership experience; including at least 5 years in a leadership role
Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and execute ERP upgrades or enhancement from concept to go‑live, ensuring alignment with business objectives, accounting and compliance requirements, and operational readiness
Recognized for executive presence and the ability to communicate with clarity, collaborate across functions, and engage in constructive, strategic discussions with senior leadership to drive informed-decision making
Proven leader of high-performing accounting teams; trusted cross-functional leader
Guardian is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Who We Are
The Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions.
Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Founded in 1946, what is now known as the Armstrong Group began life as Armstrong County Line Construction, contracting work for power and telephone utilities in Western Pennsylvania. In the 1950s we began to own and operate independent local exchange telephone companies. We expanded into the cable television industry in 1963. The 1980s saw us move into the security, restaurant and real estate development industries. And we’ve continued to expand and diversify. Our most recent addition has been Armstrong Comfort Solutions, a full service residential and commercial heating, cooling and plumbing provider.
Seven decades old, the Armstrong Group remains a family owned and operated business, now employing over 2,300 people across the nation. Strong management, fiscal responsibility, careful planning and diligent research are hallmarks of the businesses that make up the Armstrong Group of Companies, ensuring the mission statement of our founder; Growth and Perpetuity.
