VP of Accounting

Vaco by Highspring; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Vice President of Accounting in Scottsdale, Arizona. This full-time position requires a hands-on leader with a strong accounting background and expertise in team management. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA certification, alongside substantial experience in private equity, real estate, or investment management. Responsibilities include mentoring accounting teams and overseeing both corporate and property-level accounting functions, with a compensation range of $170,000 to $190,000 plus bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA designation is mandatory.
• Extensive experience in senior-level accounting leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary accounting authority across corporate and property-level entities.
• Build and manage multiple accounting teams while being actively involved in operations.
• Experience with acquisitions and complex transactions.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Team building

Acquisitions exposure

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA

Job description

Base Pay Range

$170,000 - $190,000 per year

Overview

Vaco is partnering with a company located in Scottsdale to find a Vice President of Accounting who thrives in a hands‑on, multifaceted role. The role is ideal for an accounting leader who enjoys building teams, driving influence, collaborating closely, and gaining meaningful exposure to executive leadership while shaping the next stage of a growing platform.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary accounting authority across both corporate and property‑level entities.
• Build, mentor, and manage multiple accounting teams while remaining actively involved in day‑to‑day operations.
• Have hands‑on exposure to acquisitions, financing, and increasingly complex transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CPAs required.
• Proven senior‑level accounting leadership experience in private equity, real estate, or investment management environments.
• Background working within PE‑backed organizations or platforms undergoing institutional growth.
• Must work five days onsite.
• Compensation: $170,000–$190,000 per year plus bonus.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing

Location

Scottsdale, Arizona