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Vaco is actively seeking Accounting Consultants to support our clients with project-based initiatives and interim coverage during peak periods. This role requires a Controller-level skill set while remaining hands-on with daily accounting operations.
As a Vaco Consultant, you will apply your expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. You'll work within tight deadlines, managing general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audits, and budget/forecast activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day financial reporting and ensure accuracy in client financial data
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, fixed assets, payroll, and accruals
- Review and approve account classifications for accuracy and compliance
- Analyze and validate general ledger transactions to ensure completeness
- Assist in budget formulation and prepare monthly variance analyses
- Conduct technical accounting research on revenue recognition, leases, stock-based compensation, and business combinations
Skills & Experience:
- 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with expertise in month-end close and financial reporting
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; CPA preferred
- Prior experience in public accounting or consulting strongly preferred
- Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Proficiency in ERP systems
- Experience with reporting systems preferred
Key Attributes:
- Client service-focused professional with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to commit to project duration and manage multiple priorities
- Self-starter who works autonomously with minimal direction
- Strong ability to communicate effectively and manage expectations with key stakeholders
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise while providing high-impact financial solutions to a diverse client base. If you thrive in a dynamic, project-based environment and are looking for your next consulting opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!
WHY VACO?Vaco's accounting and finance team is made up of senior and executive-level
industry veterans from public accounting firms and industry. We've done the audits, managed compliance with new regulations, and navigated mergers, integrations and other demanding projects.
We have direct relationships with hiring managers, so you can expect that we proactively market your skill-set to prospective clients that we mutually agree make sense-
promoting your strengths to our client relationships.
Our projects typically last between 3 months and 6 months, but often go longer than expected. As the project has a clear end date, Vaco will work to secure a reference from the client, work with the Consultant to build a Case Study, and begin marketing for our next engagement.
BenefitsAt Vaco, your career goals guide our efforts. We see you, we hear you, and we're here to help. That's why we not only work to find you a great opportunity, but we also provide you with the support and resources you need to succeed. We offer comprehensive and affordable benefits so you can focus your energy on more important matters like achieving your personal and professional goals. Whether you're interested in contract work or temp to hire opportunities, we've got you covered!
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