Accounting Manager

We are recruiting an Accounting Manager for a company in the RTP area, this is a new role due to growth. You will lead day-to-day accounting operations and serve as a key partner to finance leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in general accounting, experience supporting inventory-driven operations, and the ability to thrive in an environment where priorities evolve alongside business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and cash management.
• Support inventory accounting, cost analysis, and operational reporting activities.
• Assist with revenue recognition, contract review, and related accounting considerations.
• Partner with operations, sales, and leadership teams to improve financial visibility and reporting accuracy.
• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other professional service providers.
• Maintain fixed asset records and support capital expenditure tracking.
• Prepare financial analyses and management reports to support business decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, CPA is a plus
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience with both the execution of day-to-day accounting activities and the development of scalable processes and controls.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.