New

Accounting Manager

Vaco
$115,000.00 - $130,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan, remote work
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
Oct 09, 2025
Accounting Manager CPA Required \| M&A Experience \| Inventory Accounting Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Accounting Manager to lead the financial operations of their growing organization. This role offers the opportunity to shape and refine accounting processes, ensure compliance, and support cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting principles, a proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Key Responsibilities Lead the full-cycle accounting process, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and month-end close. Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Manage payroll processing and ensure accurate reporting of compensation and benefits. Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and vendor payments. Monitor cash flow and perform bank reconciliations to maintain liquidity and financial health. Coordinate and support annual audits and tax filings, working closely with external auditors and tax advisors. Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with financial policies. Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation tracking. Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes, providing variance analysis and insights to leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial planning, reporting, and strategic decision-making. Evaluate and improve accounting systems and processes for scalability and efficiency. Prepare ad hoc financial reports and presentations for senior leadership and board meetings. Stay current on changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Ideal Candidate Profile Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required. CPA required. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities. Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. Proficiency with accounting software and Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a remote work environment. 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. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), 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 federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.