Director of Accounting

Director of Accounting

Join a stable, well‑established organization with a strong financial foundation and long‑term mission. We are seeking a Director of Accounting to lead core accounting operations, ensure financial integrity, and strengthen processes that support continued stability and growth.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a mature environment with consistent operations, experienced leadership, and the ability to make meaningful, lasting improvements.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Oversee internal controls, compliance, and external audits
• Manage fixed assets, payroll oversight, cash flow, and account reconciliations
• Direct accounting for U.S. government contracts and grants
• Lead ERP upgrades and accounting process improvements
• Develop, mentor, and retain a high‑performing accounting team
• Partner with senior leadership to support financial strategy and sound decision‑making

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance;
  CPA required
• 8+ years of accounting experience with 2+ years in leadership
• Working experience in a robust ERP is a plus

• Financially stable organization with a long‑term outlook
• Leadership visibility and influence
• Opportunity to modernize systems while maintaining strong foundations
• Supportive, professional culture focused on quality and accountability

Salary expectations: $120‑130K depending on level of experience. 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. 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.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application.

In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume…