Accounting Manager

Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Vaco Charlotte |

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.

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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 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. As required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, the salary range for the role is noted in this 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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting / Auditing

Industries:
Accounting