Corporate Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Overview

A privately held organization is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead hands-on corporate accounting and financial reporting activities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety across the accounting function and wants to stay close to the numbers while also improving processes and partnering with leadership. The Accounting Manager will work closely with senior finance leadership to ensure accurate reporting, strong controls, and efficient close cycles.

Role Focus

This position is well-balanced across core accounting functions, with responsibilities approximately split as follows :

25% Accounts Receivable

25% Accounts Payable

25% General Ledger Accounting

25% Financial Reporting & Analysis

Key Responsibilities

Own day-to-day corporate accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end / year-end close.

Maintain and manage one or more corporate general ledgers with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and internal management reports.

Manage accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and intercompany activity.

Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management in collaboration with finance leadership.

Review invoices and track costs related to early-stage or pre-development projects.

Maintain detailed records related to corporate assets and specialized company activities.

Develop, document, and refine accounting policies and procedures to strengthen consistency and internal controls.

Assist with tax compliance by preparing schedules, workpapers, and supporting documentation for external providers.

Support financial analysis, special projects, and ad hoc reporting as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred (or equivalent professional experience).

Experience : 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; exposure to real estate or asset-intensive environments is a plus.

Technical Skills :

Strong general ledger and close process experience

Solid understanding of accrual-based accounting and financial reporting

Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities

Experience with mid-market accounting systems (construction or real estate platforms a plus)

Soft Skills :

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Clear communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally

Self-directed, hands-on professional comfortable wearing multiple hats

What’s Offered

Competitive benefits package including medical coverage and employer-sponsored health reimbursement support

Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage options

Retirement plan with automatic enrollment and company match

Optional dental, vision, and supplemental insurance programs

Paid time off starting at hire

Supportive, collaborative work environment that values work-life balance

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

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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 :

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.