Accounting Manager

Vaco Financial specializes in the permanent placement of accounting and finance professionals of all levels and industries.

We have a team of experienced accounting professionals on staff that makes it their responsibility to educate you on the market, present you with job opportunities to explore, and ensure that the right decision is made regarding your future career.

We pride ourselves in providing you with a professional and confidential search. Please visit our websiteto see a sample of the positions we are currently recruiting for.

We are recruiting for a highly motivated and experienced Accounting Manager to join a reputable and stable company in Richmond, VA.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, variance reports, and other financial data to support strategic decision-making and operational planning.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals to facilitate audits, reviews, and tax filings.
• Lead and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth and development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and executive leadership, to drive process improvements and optimize financial performance.
• Stay current on changes to accounting standards, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and inform strategic initiatives.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as assigned by senior management.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of effectively managing and developing accounting teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401k, and paid time off.

Please email your resume in MS Word to cfreedman at vaco for review and consideration.

Vaco 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 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 LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC 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 [email protected] .

Vaco 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 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 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 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 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 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.