Technical Accounting Lead – SEC & Compliance

Vaco; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to lead complex accounting, financial reporting, and compliance initiatives. This role serves as a key resource for SEC reporting, technical accounting research, audit coordination, and internal controls, while partnering cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Tax, and FP&A teams.

The position requires 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or technical accounting with strong U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or technical accounting, SEC reporting, or corporate accounting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memoranda and supporting complex accounting transactions.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings releases, and related schedules.
• Prepare quarterly and annual accounting analyses and position papers on impairment, materiality, related-party transactions, and other significant accounting matters.
• Manage the preparation and maintenance of disclosure checklists to ensure SEC and U.S. GAAP compliance.
• Research, interpret, and document accounting conclusions for complex transactions per U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Draft technical accounting memoranda related to ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 718, ASC 350/985, and other topics.
• Coordinate annual audits and quarterly reviews with external auditors and support timely resolution of audit requests.
• Support SOX 404 compliance efforts, including control design, documentation, testing coordination, and remediation activities.
• Assist with international reporting requirements and ensure consistency across global entities.
• Partner with FP&A, Legal, Tax, and operational leaders on strategic initiatives and quarterly reporting deliverables.
• Monitor emerging accounting pronouncements and assess their impact on financial reporting and business operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to lead complex accounting, financial reporting, and compliance initiatives. This role serves as a key resource for SEC reporting, technical accounting research, audit coordination, and internal controls, while partnering cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Tax, and FP&A teams.

The position requires 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or technical accounting with strong U.S.