Accounting Manager - Lead Close & GAAP (Hybrid 4 Days)

Vaco by Highspring; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work schedule (Mon-Thu)

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit support, and process improvements. You will lead and develop a team of accounting professionals in a collaborative environment.

The role offers exposure to complex accounting matters, high visibility within the organization, and meaningful leadership responsibilities with growth opportunities. A hybrid schedule applies, with four days in office (Mon-Thu).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Corporate accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and close processes.
• Hands-on experience with ASC 842 lease accounting, intercompany accounting, and fixed assets accounting.
• Experience with business combination accounting preferred.
• Experience in a multi-entity or complex operating environment preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Hybrid schedule with 4 days in office (Monday-Thursday).

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Review and oversee complex accounting areas including ASC 842 lease accounting, fixed assets/capex, accruals, revenue share, and operating expenditures.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate intercompany accounting and reconciliation activities.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Support financial reporting, internal controls, and audit activities.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and emerging business initiatives.
• Develop and document accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in systems implementations, automation efforts, and process improvement initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

ASC 842

Intercompany accounting

Fixed assets

Multi-entity environment

Communication

Leadership development

Education

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

CPA preferred

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit support, and process improvements. You will lead and develop a team of accounting professionals in a collaborative environment.

The role offers exposure to complex accounting matters, high visibility within the organization, and meaningful leadership responsibilities with growth opportunities. A hybrid schedule applies, with four days in office (Mon-Thu).