Senior Manager of Accounting & Reporting

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

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Senior Manager of Accounting to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, external audit coordination, and internal controls for a subsidiary. This role requires a CPA, strong general accounting skills, and hands-on SAP S/4HANA experience to ensure accurate US GAAP reporting and SOX compliance.

You will lead month-end closes, prepare financial statements, manage audit requests, and strengthen internal controls across a construction and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Active CPA license required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with SAP, preferably SAP S/4HANA.
• Experience leading external audits.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting activities and ensure data integrity.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Manage external audits and coordinate deliverables.
• Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and SOX testing.
• Utilize SAP to support reporting and data integrity.

Skills

General accounting

SOX compliance

External audit coordination

U.S. GAAP

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license

Tools

SAP

SAP S/4HANA

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.

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

EEO Notice

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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.