Accounting Manager

Vaco; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco in Louisville, KY seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee financial reporting, general accounting operations, and month-end close. You will manage audits, compliance, and treasury functions while supporting strategic financial planning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance with 3-7+ years experience, GAAP expertise, and strong Excel/ERP skills. CPA preferred, and readiness to coordinate external audits and financial reviews.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of accounting experience with GAAP knowledge and strong reporting abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; CPA preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with journal entries and accruals.
• Prepare and deliver financial reports for leadership and external stakeholders.
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations for accuracy.
• Oversee general ledger mapping to consolidated statements.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and external reviews with CPA firms.
• Manage treasury functions including cash forecasting and banking activity.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee AP/AR processes and ensure proper coding and timely processing.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and assist with new accounting standards.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Accounting Manager

Position Summary

The AccountingManager is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, general accounting operations, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. This role leads the month-end close process, manages audits and compliance, and supports strategic financial planning and treasury functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports for leadership, board presentations, and external stakeholders.
• Perform and review balance sheet and bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and map general ledger accounts to consolidated financial statements.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and financial reviews; prepare supporting documentation and collaborate with external auditors/CPA firms.
• Manage treasury functions, including cash forecasting, banking activity, and reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure proper coding, documentation, and timely processing.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and assist with implementing new accounting standards.
• Support tax, insurance, and regulatory audits as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 3-7+ years of accounting experience (public accounting background preferred).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Pay Transparency Notice

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. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

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.