Field Accounting Manager

Vaco is hiring for a Field Accounting Manager opportunity in Horsham PA. Direct Hire, Hybrid Schedule. Salary: /yr + Bonus and Profit Sharing.

We are seeking a strategic and hands‑on Manager, Field Accounting to lead and scale Field Accounting operations supporting a large, decentralized field organization. This role sits within the corporate finance function and plays a critical leadership role in bridging centralized finance with field operations.

The Manager will provide oversight of accounting operations, lead and develop a high‑performing field accounting organization, and drive enterprise‑wide improvements in financial close, reporting, data integrity, and systems. This role partners closely with executive leadership, operations, FP&A, and technology to support business growth and financial excellence.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Field Accounting professionals, including direct reports at the corporate office and indirect leadership of Operations Controllers in the field.
• Establish clear performance expectations, goals, and accountability across the Field Accounting organization.
• Foster a high‑performing, collaborative, and results‑driven team culture.
• Build scalable team structures, strengthen succession planning, and develop future finance leaders.

• Own and oversee field accounting activities, including month‑end close, accruals, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Ensure a timely, accurate, and well‑controlled financial close process aligned with GAAP and corporate standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency, reduce manual effort, and increase data accuracy.
• Strengthen governance, controls, and consistency across field accounting operations.

• Act as a strategic finance partner to operations leadership and corporate stakeholders.
• Provide insights and analysis on financial performance, operational drivers, and risks impacting field operations.
• Support workforce and operational growth by ensuring scalable accounting processes and financial controls.
• Influence business decisions through strong financial perspective and operational understanding.

• Drive standardization and adoption of field accounting processes, tools, and systems across a decentralized operating environment.
• Lead and support finance‑related system initiatives and enhancements, including ERP optimization, data integration, and process improvement projects.
• Partner with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, IT, and Operations to improve end‑to‑end financial processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements.

• Establish and track key metrics related to close performance, data quality, and accounting execution.
• Use data and root‑cause analysis to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to ensure audit readiness and timely issue resolution.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for complex accounting, operational, and close‑related issues.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• CPA preferred.
• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing leadership responsibility in field or operational environments.
• Proven people leadership experience managing teams and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial close, internal controls, and operational accounting.

• Experience supporting highly decentralized field operations (construction, infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, or similar industries).
• Experience working within a corporate shared services or center‑of‑excellence model.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle Fusion, Oracle Project Portfolio Management (PPM), or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated success leading large‑scale process, system, or transformation initiatives.
• Ability to lead through change and operate effectively in a growing, complex organization.

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. 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.