Accounting Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the month-end close process, maintain strong internal controls, and oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while partnering cross-functionally to support business initiatives, improve processes, and drive operational excellence.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and related controls.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and management reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts.
• Review complex accounting transactions and provide technical accounting guidance.
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies.
• Oversee accounting for payroll, incentive compensation, accruals, and other key accounting areas.
• Manage accounts payable processes, vendor payments, and cash disbursements.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure ongoing audit readiness and compliance with accounting standards.
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Support cash management activities and banking relationships.
• Oversee accounting related to insurance programs and claims.
• Monitor insurance accruals and support risk management initiatives.
• Assist with financial compliance requirements and reporting obligations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Establish performance expectations and drive accountability.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience leading month‑end close and managing audits.
• Proven ability to develop teams and drive process improvements.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems and reporting tools preferred.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across all levels of the organization.

• Financial close accuracy and timeliness.
• Financial reporting quality and integrity.
• Audit readiness and compliance.
• Process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Team development and leadership.
• Cross‑functional business partnership and support.

Salary range is disclosed in this posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we”, “our”, or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, 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 applicable law.

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