Accounting Manager POST NUMBER: 158671

If you've owned the month-end close, enjoy developing people, and want an opportunity to grow into a future Controller position, this could be the role you're looking for! The Accounting Manager will take ownership of the month-end and year-end close, oversee core accounting operations, develop staff, and help strengthen processes and controls as the company continues to grow through acquisitions. Key Responsibilities Own the month-end and year-end close process Manage the general ledger and financial reporting activities Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts Oversee AP, AR, and fixed asset accounting Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members Drive process improvements, automation, and stronger controls Support acquisition integration and accounting initiatives Partner closely with the Controller to improve efficiency and create capacity within the department Team Structure Reporting to the Controller, this individual will oversee: Three accounting team members A future Accounts Receivable hire A future Staff Accountant hire Ideal Background We're looking for an accounting leader who has: Personally owned month-end and year-end close processes Strong general ledger, reconciliation, and balance sheet review experience Experience overseeing AP, AR, and fixed assets Proven leadership, coaching, and performance management skills A hands-on approach with the ability to delegate effectively Strong problem-solving skills and process improvement experience Comfort operating in a growing, evolving environment Strong ERP experience and adaptability are more important than experience with any specific system. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.