Accounting Manager (Operations)

Accounting Manager (Operations)
Our client is seeking an Accounting Manager (Operations) to join their Accounting team. This is a highly visible role focused on overseeing day-to-day accounting operations while helping drive process improvement, scalability, and data-driven decision-making.
Why This Role Stands Out:

• Opportunity to step into a fast-growing, acquisition-driven environment with ongoing complexity
• High exposure to senior leadership and strategic initiatives
• Strong focus on automation, data analytics, and process optimization
• Ability to influence and improve accounting operations rather than simply maintain them
• Collaborative, high-performing team that values continuous improvement and innovation

Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle accounting operations, including close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Manage and review accounting processes across multiple entities and operational areas
• Drive improvements in processes, controls, and reporting efficiency
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to support business operations and decision-making
• Lead and develop accounting staff while ensuring accuracy and timeliness of deliverables
• Support audit, reporting, and special project initiatives

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field
• 58+ years of experience with strong exposure to full-cycle accounting
• Background in complex, operational environments (industrial or similar preferred)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel; exposure to data tools a plus
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individuals 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 companys 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.