Senior Manager of Accounting & Reporting

Vaco; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco seeks a Senior Manager of Accounting in Fort Worth, TX to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for a subsidiary of a larger organization. The role emphasizes SOX compliance, external audit coordination, and SAP S/4HANA proficiency.

The ideal candidate holds an active CPA license, 7+ years of accounting experience, and a strong GAAP background. You will drive accurate financial statements and collaborate across construction and professional services

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 7+ years of accounting experience including financial reporting and month-end close.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Experience managing external audits and coordinating audit requests.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and financial reporting for the subsidiary.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy and timeliness.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and schedules.
• Prepare financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX controls.
• Lead the external audit process and coordinate documentation.
• Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and SOX remediation.

Skills

CPA

SOX compliance

U.S. GAAP

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP

Job description

Senior Manager of Accounting

Fort Worth, TX

Compensation: $155-185K + Bonus

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Accounting to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, external audit coordination, and internal controls for a subsidiary of a larger organization based in Fort Worth, Texas. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, maintaining compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, and supporting the company's broader financial objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong general accounting background, an active CPA license, and hands-on experience working within SAP, preferably SAP S/4HANA. This role requires a technically proficient accounting professional who can manage complex reporting requirements, lead the external audit process, strengthen internal controls, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across a construction and professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting activities to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reporting packages, and other required financial disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Research complex accounting matters and provide guidance on appropriate accounting treatment.
• Lead the external audit process, serving as a primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinating the preparation of supporting documentation.
• Manage audit requests, oversee deliverables, and ensure timely resolution of audit findings and outstanding items.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with SOX requirements.
• Ensure compliance with established internal control policies, corporate accounting standards, and financial reporting procedures.
• Coordinate SOX testing, documentation, and remediation efforts in partnership with internal audit and corporate compliance teams.
• Utilize SAP, preferably SAP S/4HANA, to manage accounting activities, support financial reporting, and maintain data integrity.
• Leverage ERP reporting capabilities to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Prior experience working in SAP required; SAP S/4HANA experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing external audits and coordinating audit requests and deliverables.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance requirements.
• Experience overseeing financial reporting processes within a complex corporate or subsidiary environment.

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