Director of Accounting

Director of Accounting

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Accounting to lead our accounting department. The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role, with a strong background in the transportation or logistics industry . This role will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance while leading a team of accounting professionals to support the company's financial goals and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead, manage, and mentor the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes.

Develop and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.

Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, and tax reporting functions.

Collaborate with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.

Ensure timely preparation of financial statements and provide insightful financial analysis to support business decision-making.

Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.

Evaluate and implement accounting systems and tools to improve efficiency and reporting capabilities.

Stay current with industry trends, changes in accounting standards, and regulatory requirements, particularly those affecting transportation and logistics.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA strongly preferred).

Minimum 10 years of accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Proven experience in the transportation or logistics industry is required.

Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Strong leadership and team development skills.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.

Preferred Skills :

Experience with fleet management accounting and cost allocation.

Knowledge of freight, warehousing, or logistics-specific financial metrics.

Familiarity with M&A due diligence or integration processes a plus.

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.

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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.