Accounting Manager - Advisory Revenue

Vaco by Highspring; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A financial services organization is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee accounting activities related to advisory revenue. This role involves managing the monthly close process, supporting accounting integration for acquisitions, and leading a team of accounting professionals. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with CPA preferred, and at least 5 years of experience, preferably in financial services. This full-time position offers valuable benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; CPA is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process including journal entries.
• Act as subject matter expert for advisory revenue.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting associates.

Skills

Leadership

Understanding of internal controls

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle Financials

Job description

Accounting Manager – Advisory Revenue

Apply for the Accounting Manager – Advisory Revenue role at Vaco by Highspring.

Base Pay Range

$120,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established, Fortune 500 technology-enabled financial services organization experiencing ongoing growth and transformation. The company fosters a collaborative and dynamic culture with strong leadership and opportunities to impact enterprise-level accounting operations.

Position Summary

Reporting to the AVP of Advisory Revenue, the Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing accounting activities related to advisory revenue, regulatory reporting, and associated expenses. This role serves as a subject matter expert in revenue recognition and regulatory accounting, leads a team of accounting professionals, and drives continuous process and system improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, flux analysis, and variance reporting.
• Act as a subject matter expert for advisory revenue, regulatory accounting requirements, and related system impacts.
• Support accounting integration for acquisitions, new product launches, and system enhancements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Associates, Staff, and Senior Accountants.
• Collaborate with leadership on consolidations, financial analysis, and external audit support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes.
• Series 99 (or qualifying securities license) required within 120 days of hire.
• Prior experience in financial services and/or broker‑dealer environments strongly preferred.
• Experience with Oracle Financials and advanced Excel skills are a plus.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is occupied.