Sr. Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting Manager Position Summary

The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization's general accounting function, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This role leads a team, drives process improvements, and supports strategic financial initiatives.

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the general accounting team
• Establish, implement, and maintain strong internal controls, including compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements
• Oversee accounting data analysis and prepare accurate financial reports
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Manage and review balance sheet account reconciliations
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the general ledger structure and financial reporting processes
• Oversee the fixed asset system, including capitalization, disposals, impairments, and depreciation
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Identify and implement process improvements, including automation initiatives, to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Provide guidance on complex or non-routine accounting transactions
• Research and resolve accounting issues in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ensure consistent application of accounting policies and procedures
• Coordinate audit requests and ensure timely and accurate responses
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, ensuring adherence to deadlines and performance expectations
• Assist in the development and implementation of new systems, processes, and controls
• Provide training and mentorship to team members
• Set performance goals for direct reports and support ongoing professional development
• Participate in special projects and continuous process improvement initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 4 years in a supervisory role
• Public accounting experience required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven leadership and team development capabilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.) preferred
• Experience with ERP systems (such as SAP) 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. 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 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.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates…