Assistant Controller (2-3 days/onsite)

Vaco by Highspring; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking an Assistant Controller in Irving, TX, to lead the month-end close, ensure GAAP compliance, and support SEC reporting in a fast-growing healthcare technology environment. The role requires deep public company experience and a hands-on accounting leader who can build scalable processes.

You will mentor the accounting team, partner with cross-functional teams, and drive ERP/automation improvements across multiple entities while supporting audits and SOX compliance.

Qualifications

• Active CPA and experience with publicly traded companies.
• 6-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Background in technology, healthcare tech, SaaS or high-growth environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, entries and financial statement prep.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure policy compliance.
• Prepare and review SEC reporting support (Forms 10-Q/10-K/8-K).
• Ensure GAAP compliance and assist with technical accounting matters.
• Support audits and SOX compliance activities.
• Maintain internal controls over financial reporting.
• Assist with consolidated financial statements across entities.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Tax, HR, Operations; drive automation via tech/AI.
• Mentor accounting team and support strategic finance initiatives.

Skills

Public company experience

GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting experience

SOX compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

An active CPA and previous work at a publicly-traded company are required.

Compensation: $150,000 - $165,000

Our client is an innovative healthcare technology and artificial intelligence company is looking to add an Assistant Controller to the team.

Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Assistant Controller will play a critical leadership role in overseeing the month-end close process, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, supporting SEC reporting, and driving continuous process improvements. This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment and enjoys building scalable processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
• Partner with the Controller on preparation and review of SEC reporting support, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, and related disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and assist with evaluating technical accounting matters.
• Support external audits, internal audits, and SOX compliance activities.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements across multiple entities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, Tax, HR, and Operations to support strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to automate accounting processes and improve efficiency through technology and AI-enabled solutions.
• Assist with ERP optimization, systems implementations, and accounting process enhancements.
• Mentor and develop members of the accounting team while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Support due diligence, acquisitions, and other strategic finance initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 6-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Previous experience working for a publicly traded company is required.
• Combination of Big Four/public accounting and industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience supporting SEC reporting and external audits.
• Working knowledge of SOX 404 compliance.
• Experience within technology, healthcare technology, SaaS, or other high-growth environments is highly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

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