Senior Accountant - Hybrid (3 days in office

Senior Accountant - Hybrid

Rockwall, TX - 3 days in office

Compensation $95-115k

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Senior Accountant to join a growing, private equity-backed company. This role will be instrumental in building, refining, and executing core accounting processes for a growing company.

Reporting directly to the accounting manager, they will take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and scalability of financial processes. This is a very hands-on, process-driven role designed to establish structure and discipline across the accounting function, ultimately freeing up time for leaders to focus on strategic initiatives such as audit readiness, financial planning, and growth execution.

• Business is healthy, stable and in good shape, expanding into new markets and lines of business with an established operational team.
• Vaco has placed and helped build out the accounting team here the past 2-3 years with extremely positive feedback
• Competitive benefits package, 401k match

• Own and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances, providing clear insights to leadership
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages
• Build, document, and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to enhance scalability and accuracy
• Establish a disciplined close calendar and enforce accountability across departments
• Support system enhancements or implementations as needed
• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including AP, AR, payroll, and cash management
• Prepare audit-ready schedules and documentation to support external audit processes
• Assist in coordinating with external auditors and ensuring timely completion of audit deliverables
• Collaborate with operations and other departments to improve financial visibility and discipline
• Potentially supervise and mentor junior accounting staff as the company grows

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting and/or industry)
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience in a private equity-backed or high-growth environment is highly preferred
• Proven ability to build and improve accounting processes in a hands‑on capacity
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to operate both tactically and strategically
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Excel

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.

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals 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…