***VP Operational Accounting | Hybrid in Denver, CO***

Vaco by Highspring; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is searching for a Vice President of Operational Accounting in Denver, CO. This leadership role encompasses managing financial reporting and operational accounting for a significant real estate portfolio. Responsibilities include mentoring a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and driving process improvements while collaborating with senior leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and extensive experience in financial reporting within a multi-entity environment. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop operational accounting team to drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements and internal controls.
• Analyze portfolio financial results to identify trends and risks.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Project Management

GAAP Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Vice President Operational Accounting

Hybrid in Denver, CO

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced finance and accounting executive to lead operational accounting, financial reporting, and portfolio accounting activities for a large, multi-entity real estate operating portfolio. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining compliance with regulatory and internal control requirements, overseeing joint venture and third-party operator relationships, and driving process improvements across the accounting function.

The Vice President will collaborate closely with senior leadership, Asset Management, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Investments, and other cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, enhance reporting processes, and support strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operational accounting team.
• Establish strategic goals and initiatives that align with organizational objectives.
• Drive process improvements, automation efforts, and scalable accounting solutions.
• Promote best practices, consistency, and efficiency across accounting operations and financial reporting processes.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for operating entities and joint ventures.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), public company reporting standards, and internal control requirements.
• Support external reporting activities and coordinate with auditors and other stakeholders as needed.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to ensure accuracy, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide oversight of financial performance reporting, including:
  • Balance sheet and income statement analysis
  • Cash flow reporting and forecasting
  • Capital expenditure tracking and reporting
  • Operational and financial performance metrics
• Analyze portfolio and property-level financial results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with business leaders to improve operational performance and support data-driven decision-making.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and recommendations to senior management.

Partnership & Stakeholder Management

• Manage financial reporting relationships with third-party operators, business partners, and joint venture stakeholders.
• Review financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate preparation and delivery of financial reporting packages for investors, partners, and leadership teams.
• Support the financial integration, onboarding, and ongoing oversight of acquisitions, investments, and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Experience within a public company environment strongly preferred.
• Real estate, healthcare, senior living, hospitality, or other multi-location operating portfolio experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to perform complex financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management skills with a focus on meeting deadlines and driving results.

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries "we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring" are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role depends on a wide range of factors including the individual's skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, office location, and other business and organizational needs. The compensation range for this position is referenced above. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan.