Director of Corporate Accounting

Vaco; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco seeks a Director of Corporate Accounting to lead accounting across a major business division. You will manage an experienced team, drive the monthly close, GL operations, reconciliations, and internal controls, while partnering with leaders on acquisitions and process improvements.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, 12+ years of experience, and a proven track record in complex corporate environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting or Finance.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting and management experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GL, close processes and internal controls.
• Public company and/or public accounting experience preferred; CPA/CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close and ensure timely, accurate results.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and related balances.
• Maintain chart of accounts and accounting processes.
• Review SG&A and perform departmental financial analyses.
• Maintain SOX documentation and internal controls.
• Lead post-acquisition accounting and integration activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

SOX/Controls

Oracle ERP

CPA preferred

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Job description

We are partnering with a large, established organization seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting to lead accounting activities for a significant business division. This position oversees an experienced accounting team and is responsible for financial close, general ledger operations, account reconciliations, and internal controls. The Director will also partner with business leaders on acquisitions, operational initiatives, and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.
• Oversee general ledger accounting and the preparation and reconciliation of corporate accounts, including accruals, prepaid expenses, intangible assets, and compensation-related balances.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and oversee account structure, maintenance, and related accounting processes.
• Review SG&A expenses and departmental financial analyses to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain effective internal controls, including SOX documentation, compliance, and control execution.
• Manage and develop accounting managers and their teams, providing guidance on technical accounting matters and operational priorities.
• Lead post-acquisition accounting integration activities.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and other departments on accounting matters and business initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen controls, and implement automation and financial systems improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial close, and internal controls.
• Experience in corporate accounting within a complex organization; public company and/or public accounting experience preferred.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Experience with Oracle or comparable ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, collaborate across departments, and drive process improvements.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with technology and automation tools.

EEO Notice

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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;
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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.