Accounting Manager

Vaco by Highspring has partnered with a well‑established, growth‑oriented manufacturing organization seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations and support financial reporting, controls, and process improvements. This role will manage a small team and partner closely with operations and leadership to ensure accurate financials and scalable accounting processes.

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
• Review and prepare financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing guidance and performance feedback
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and periodic reviews
• Support cost accounting, inventory accounting, and variance analysis in a manufacturing environment
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Partner cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and finance to improve reporting and processes
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including people management
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and month‑end close processes
• Experience in a manufacturing or operations‑heavy environment strongly preferred
• Hands‑on experience with inventory, cost accounting, and fixed assets

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. With that said, 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.