Accounting Manager

Company Overview:
Our client is a Fortune 500, technology-driven financial services organization continuing to invest in its people, systems, and processes. With a strong leadership team and a collaborative culture, this group offers exposure to enterprise-level accounting and the opportunity to influence how the function evolves.

Position Summary:

We’re seeking an

Accounting Manager

to join the Controllership team and take ownership of core accounting operations and reporting. This role sits at the intersection of execution and leadership — managing the close, strengthening controls, and developing a team, while also partnering across the business on technical accounting and transformation initiatives. The position reports directly to the Controller and offers visibility and growth within a large, complex environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Own and lead the month-end close, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting outputs

Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting across G&A and contract accounting areas

Lead and develop a team of Senior and Staff Accountants through coaching and mentorship

Enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls within the Controllership function

Support SOX compliance and coordinate audit support for internal and external auditors

Partner cross-functionally on contract accounting and other technical accounting matters

Drive process improvement, automation, and finance transformation initiatives

Support special projects and strategic priorities as the organization continues to scale

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred

5+ years of progressive accounting experience; preferred experience in public accounting

1+ year of leadership experience

Strong understanding of ERP systems, internal controls, and audit procedures

Background in financial services and/or broker-dealer environments strongly preferred 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.

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. EEO Notice

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.

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