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Director of Accounting

Dallas, TX – Onsite 4 days / week

Compensation : $130k–150K base + discretionary bonus

One of Vaco’s rapidly growing healthcare clients is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial reporting, and support the company through ongoing expansion. With more than $1B in revenue and continued national growth, the environment is dynamic and fast-paced- ideal for someone who thrives in change, enjoys improving processes, and wants to step into a high-impact leadership role with a clear path toward Assistant Controller.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee general ledger operations, account reconciliations, journal entries, payroll-related entries, and close calendar deliverables
• Manage variance analysis and partner with FP&A to align financial results with budgeted expectations
• Oversee tax-related activities including sales / use tax, payroll tax, and coordination with external advisors on filings
• Review and approve cash transfers, wire templates, and other treasury functions
• Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors; manage audit requests and compliance requirements
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of senior accountants; drive accountability and continuous improvement
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Support upcoming ERP conversion and serve as a key partner in system design and implementation
• Collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes and increasing transaction volumes

Qualifications and Skills

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.

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.