Accounting Manager

Vaco; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) match

Development allowance

Wellness allowance

Paid time off

Summer Fridays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vaco in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Accountant / Accounting Supervisor to own the month-end close, analyze cash flow, manage tax filings, and improve accounting processes within a growing, collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of accounting, solid GL and close experience, NetSuite preferred, and the ability to mentor staff. This hybrid role offers 3–4 days onsite in West Los Angeles and a path for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience at senior level.
• Strong general ledger and month-end close knowledge.
• Experience with sales tax, 1099s and license compliance.
• Experience mentoring accounting staff including AP/AR.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; NetSuite preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close across multiple entities with timely accuracy.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and management reports.
• Manage AP/AR processes and mentor staff.
• Monitor cash flow and perform forecasting and variance analysis.
• Oversee tax compliance including sales tax and 1099 reporting.
• Implement process improvements and ERP-driven controls.

Skills

Month-end close

Cash flow analysis

Analytical skills

Excel

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

A growing, design-focused consumer brand is seeking a Senior Accountant / Accounting Supervisor to join its Los Angeles team. This is a hands-on opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys owning the month-end close, analyzing cash flow, managing compliance and tax filings, and improving accounting processes in a growing, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting fundamentals, excellent analytical skills, and a proactive mindset. This person will work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams while overseeing an AP/AR professional and helping build scalable processes and reporting infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Month-End Close

• Own and execute timely and accurate month-end close activities across multiple entities.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly financial packages and internal management reports.
• Partner with AP and AR to ensure accurate and timely transaction processing.
• Monitor sales and accounts receivable activity and identify potential collection or bad-debt issues.
• Oversee and support the AP/AR function, including developing and mentoring a direct report.
• Maintain and improve accounting procedures, controls, process documentation, and department manuals.

Cash Flow & Financial Analysis

• Closely monitor cash flow and prepare accurate cash flow forecasts.
• Analyze financial results, trends, and key business drivers to support management decision-making.
• Prepare budget-to-actual reporting and provide meaningful commentary and variance analysis.
• Develop and maintain reporting and analytical tools to improve visibility into business performance.
• Partner with department leaders on financial and operational projects.

Tax & Compliance

• Manage sales tax filings and compliance across multiple states, including coordination with third-party tax platforms.
• Monitor state registration and resale licensing requirements and coordinate new registrations as needed.
• Manage annual 1099 reporting requirements.
• Serve as a key point of contact with external tax advisors for annual tax returns and related requests.
• Coordinate annual business license and state-level compliance renewals.
• Support accounting and compliance activities across multiple related entities.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Leverage the company's ERP system to improve accounting efficiency, reporting, and controls.
• Identify opportunities for automation, process optimization, and improved use of financial data.
• Participate in initiatives involving analytics, technology, and emerging tools, including AI.
• Create scalable processes that can support continued domestic and international growth.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with experience at the Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager level.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close.
• Experience with cash flow analysis and forecasting.
• Experience with sales tax, 1099s, business licenses, and/or other tax compliance activities.
• Experience working with inventory and understanding the relationship between the product lifecycle and financial transactions.
• Experience overseeing or mentoring accounting staff, particularly AP/AR.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large amounts of financial data.
• Experience with an ERP system required; NetSuite experience is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently research issues, develop solutions, and communicate recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a growing environment where priorities can evolve.
• Experience working with international teams or global time zones is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

What You Can Expect

• $115,000-$130,000 base salary
• Hybrid schedule with 3-4 days per week onsite in West Los Angeles
• Consistent 9:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule and strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Opportunity to work directly with senior finance leadership and make a meaningful impact
• Exposure to FP&A, analytics, strategy, process optimization, technology, and AI initiatives
• Significant opportunity for professional growth as the organization continues to expand domestically and internationally
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and supportive team environment
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and ancillary benefits
• Company 401(k) match
• Annual professional development allowance
• Annual wellness allowance
• Paid time off, flexible summer Fridays, and additional company holidays/leave
• Employee assistance program and other employee perks
• Employee discounts

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants more than a traditional accounting role. You'll have the opportunity to own core accounting functions while also getting involved in financial analysis, cash flow management, strategic projects, systems optimization, and the continued growth of the business.

The company is looking for someone who is collaborative, enthusiastic, proactive, and genuinely interested in making an impact. This is a visible role where new ideas are encouraged and there is room to grow alongside the organization.

EEO Notice

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 [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

Representation Notice

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring's discussions with its Client, Highspring's understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).

Pay Transparency Notice

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 the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.