Senior Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller

Vaco Recruiter Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services in Nashville, TN is seeking an Assistant Controller to join a growing finance team. This role provides broad exposure across the accounting function, including monthly close, revenue recognition under ASC 606, policy development, and automation initiatives.

The position reports to senior finance leadership and emphasizes collaboration with HR and external auditors while driving process improvements and accurate financial reporting to support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in either public or corporate accounting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close: journal entries, reconciliations, GL activities.
• Support ASC 606 revenue recognition including contract review and deferred revenue.
• Maintain accounting policies and internal documentation.
• Prepare and review monthly sales commission calculations.
• Assist with monthly financial statements and leadership reporting.
• Support annual audits and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Assist with sales tax filings, registrations, and tax compliance.
• Collaborate with HR for payroll tax registrations and compliance.
• Partner with Controller and CFO on system enhancements and automation initiatives.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Revenue recognition ASC 606

Advanced Excel

AI / automation tools familiarity

Analytical and communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Automation tooling

Job description

Assistant Controller

Nashville, TN | Hybrid

About the Opportunity

An established and growing Nashville organization is looking to add a Senior Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to its finance leadership team. This role offers broad exposure across the accounting function, including financial reporting, revenue recognition, process improvement, compliance, and automation initiatives.

Reporting to executive finance leadership, you'll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, strengthening accounting processes, and supporting strategic initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with operational improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Do

• Oversee key aspects of the monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activities
• Support revenue recognition accounting under ASC 606, including contract review, deferred revenue reconciliations, and revenue validation
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal documentation
• Prepare and review monthly sales commission calculations
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and operational reporting for leadership
• Support the annual financial statement audit and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
• Assist with sales tax filings, business registrations, and ongoing tax compliance activities
• Partner with Human Resources to support payroll tax registrations and compliance requirements
• Collaborate with the Controller and CFO on accounting system enhancements, automation projects, and process optimization initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in either public accounting or a corporate accounting environment
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and account reconciliation processes
• Experience with revenue recognition principles, including ASC 606, is preferred
• NetSuite experience is a plus, along with advanced Excel skills and exposure to AI or automation tools
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Comfortable navigating changing priorities while maintaining attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to streamline accounting processes and identify opportunities for greater efficiency
• Self-motivated team player who can work independently while collaborating effectively across departments

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to partner directly with the Controller and CFO on high-impact initiatives
• Exposure to financial reporting, technical accounting, tax, automation, and process improvement
• Highly visible role with opportunities to influence accounting operations and business decisions
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that values continuous improvement and professional growth
• Strong leadership support with opportunities for ongoing development and increased responsibility