Strategic VP of Accounting & Growth Path to CFO

Leap Brands; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Brands is seeking a strategic Vice President of Accounting to lead financial operations and position the company for sustained growth in Dallas, TX. This executive will oversee all accounting functions, ensure GAAP compliance, and partner with the CEO to chart the financial path toward a CFO role.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, scalable finance systems, and mentorship of the accounting team to support M&A, capital planning, and long-term modeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes.
• Partner with executive leadership to drive financial strategy, optimize performance, and identify growth opportunities.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing accounting team.
• Implement and enhance financial systems and reporting tools to support business scalability.
• Support strategic initiatives such as M&A, capital planning, and long-term financial modeling.

Job description

Leap Brands is seeking a strategic Vice President of Accounting to lead financial operations and position the company for sustained growth in Dallas, TX. This executive will oversee all accounting functions, ensure GAAP compliance, and partner with the CEO to chart the financial path toward a CFO role.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, scalable finance systems, and mentorship of the accounting team to support M&A, capital planning, and long-term modeling.