Director of Corporate Accounting

Vaco by Highspring; Addison (TX); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting in Dallas, TX. The role leads corporate accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for a multi-location organization, shaping policies, controls, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate holds an active CPA, 7+ years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting desirable), and strong GAAP knowledge. This position blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a hybrid in-office setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Active CPA designation required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or related experience.
• Public accounting experience desirable.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and lease accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and reporting for assets, leases, debt, cash, equity transactions, derivatives, and other areas.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Manage corporate and shared services accounting reviews.
• Research technical accounting guidance for complex transactions.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting for executives.
• Develop and improve accounting policies and controls.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.
• Identify automation opportunities and process improvements.
• Mentor and develop accounting team.

Skills

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Active CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Lease accounting software

Job description

Director of Corporate Accounting
Dallas, TX - 4 days in office
$185-195k + 25% bonus

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Corporate Accounting to lead corporate accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities for a growing multi-location organization. This individual will play a key leadership role in maintaining accounting integrity, strengthening internal controls, driving process improvements, and partnering with executive leadership to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting and reporting functions for fixed assets, leases (ASC 842), debt, cash, self-insurance programs, equity transactions, stock-based compensation, derivatives, and other complex accounting areas.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables.
• Manage accounting and financial review processes for corporate and shared service functions.
• Research and apply technical accounting guidance related to complex transactions and emerging accounting standards.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning activities.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial analysis and reporting for executive leadership.
• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Support and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Active CPA designation required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or related experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Prior public accounting experience, preferably with a national or Big 4 firm, is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and technical accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and lease accounting software preferred.
• Prior experience with system implementations, process transformations, or ERP upgrades is a plus.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience presenting financial information and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and business functions.
• High level of integrity and professionalism when handling confidential information.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee referral program

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries(“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals 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 applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

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

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Additionally, 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. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.

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; and
• 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 and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).