Interim Director of Accounting - Technical Accounting Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS company is looking for an Interim Director of Technical Accounting to provide leadership across accounting functions. This fully remote position requires a CPA and over 10 years of experience, with a strong emphasis on US GAAP and SEC reporting. You will lead critical accounting initiatives and drive improvement processes in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience including public company leadership.
• Proven ability to manage global accounting operations.
• Strong understanding of SEC reporting and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting initiatives and guide complex transactions.
• Oversee preparation of accounting schedules for SEC filings.
• Ensure SOX 404 compliance and strengthen internal controls.

Skills

Technical knowledge of US GAAP

Experience in SaaS or technology industry

Cross-functional initiative management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification

Job description

Interim Director, Technical Accounting

Our client, a publicly traded SaaS company specializing in enterprise conversational AI, is seeking an Interim Director of Technical Accounting to provide leadership and expertise across corporate and technical accounting functions.

This role is 100% remote with a strong preference for candidates who can work India time zone hours due to international collaboration. This engagement will have a duration of 4+ months.

Responsibilities:

• Lead technical accounting initiatives and provide guidance on complex transactions (e.g., business combinations, equity, leases).
• Oversee preparation and review of accounting schedules supporting SEC filings (financial statements, footnotes, MD&A).
• Manage Q4 goodwill assessment and support cash flow analysis.
• Ensure SOX 404 compliance and strengthen internal control frameworks.
• Partner with FP&A to align financial processes and reporting.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and audit readiness.
• Act as a key advisor to leadership on accounting policies and financial governance.

Requirements:

• CPA required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years in a public company leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Experience in SaaS or technology industry preferred.
• Proven ability to manage global accounting operations and cross-functional initiatives.

Compensation:

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 certifications;
• Office location and other geographic considerations;
• Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer.