Professional Consultant – Accounting Manager

Professional Consultant – Accounting Manager

Are you looking for an opportunity to accelerate your career? You’re in luck because Vaco has a best-in-class consulting team to support our growing client base! We are looking for individuals at the Accounting Manager level to join our team of 80+ professional consultants who specialize in providing interim accounting and finance solutions across clients in multiple industries throughout the Triangle area. Our Professional Consultants have flexibility and variety, while having the stability of a full-time salaried position with benefits.

We are in search of professionals who are client service-minded, excited to broaden their skillset, advance their careers, and achieve meaningful results as a team and an individual! If you have a passion for helping growing companies achieve success, then apply now!

1. Manage all general accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting processes, including monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
2. Provide monthly variance/flux analysis comparing budget to actual results.
3. Supervise the daily work and closing tasks of the accounting team, provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development as needed.
4. Lead the technical accounting research and implementation of new accounting standards and provide business guidance on matters involving significant judgment or complex application of US GAAP.
5. Assist in the development and continuous improvement of accounting policies and procedures.
6. Identify opportunities to update and strengthen internal processes and controls relating to treasury, billing, credit, collections, aging, month-end close, and financial reporting.
7. Support the preparation and monthly/quarterly financial analysis of budgets and forecasts, providing key information for variance analysis and information relevant to the operational and financial performance of the Company. Prepare financial reporting packages and presentations to report financial results to senior leadership.
8. Manage the annual audit of the company’s financial statements, including reviewing audit schedules and assuring prepared accurately and timely. Track auditor’s needs, assign to appropriate accounting personnel, and follow up to assure auditor’s questions are answered timely.
9. Work closely with the tax preparers to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations, and efficient completion and timely filing of income tax returns.
10. Lead special projects as assigned (i.e. system implementation, adoption of new GAAP standard, mergers and acquisitions, etc.)

1. Bachelor's degree in an Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
2. Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience combined with 3 years of supervisory experience. The ideal candidate will have a combination of corporate accounting and professional consulting experience.
3. CPA highly preferred.
4. Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial close processes as well as internal control & SOX compliance experience.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a desire to take on new projects, problem-solve, and drive process improvement in responsible areas to ensure processes and systems are efficient and effective.
6. Proficiency with modern ERP systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, and QuickBooks as well as Microsoft Office applications.
7. Strong planning and organizational skills to consistently meet deliverable deadlines.
8. Team oriented, results oriented, with a commitment to client satisfaction.

1. Performance-based pay and quarterly bonus opportunities.
2. Access to medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K employer match.
3. Technology including a new computer and an initial technical equipment setup allowance on start date and monthly cell phone allowance.
4. Annual $500 budget for professional development of your choice.
5. Reimbursement for professional licenses, certifications, and associations.
6. Career progression opportunities.

At Vaco, your career goals guide our efforts. We see you, we hear you, and we're here to help. That's why we not only work to find you a great opportunity, but we also provide you with the support and resources you need to succeed. We offer comprehensive and affordable benefits so you can focus your energy on more important matters like achieving your personal and professional goals.