Interim Accounting Manager

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Accounting Manager to provide leadership and oversight during a parental leave coverage. This 3-month engagement offers the opportunity to manage a skilled accounting team, support critical quarter-close activities, and ensure continuity of accounting operations. The role involves oversight and review; this individual will not be posting entries but instead will focus on reviewing the team's work for accuracy and compliance.

Location & Compensation
: NYC Hybrid - 2 days on-site (Tuesdays & Thursdays), 3 days remote (Mon/Wed/Fri). Compensation: $70-$75/hour.

• Manage and provide oversight to a team of four accountants (staff, senior, and manager level).
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and deliverables prepared by the team; ensure accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Provide technical guidance with particular emphasis on lease accounting (ASC 842), a critical component of this role.
• Oversee additional areas including:
  • Credit card reconciliations
  • Wholesale accounting and revenue recognition
  • Stores returns reserve process
  • Freight invoice reconciliation and capitalization
  • Inventory-related processes
• Support quarter-close activities:
  • Q3 close in late October, with filings due November 10th
  • Partner with team and leadership to ensure deadlines are met
• Participate in a 3-week cross-training period prior to the start of parental leave (late October).
• Serve as a steady hand to ensure the accounting team operates smoothly and delivers reliable results during the leave period.

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years of managerial experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of lease accounting (ASC 842) - required.
• Prior experience in the retail, fashion, or apparel industry strongly preferred.
• Skilled in reviewing work (rather than hands-on posting) and providing coaching to team members.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Advanced MS Excel proficiency.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred (not required).
• SAP experience a plus.

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, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristics as required by law.

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Pay Transparency:
Determining compensation for this role depends upon a wide array of factors including skill, experience, location, and other business needs. The salary range above reasonably estimates base compensation for geographies that require disclosure; discretionary bonuses may apply.