Finance and Accounting Manager

About the role

We are seeking a versatile and highly analytical Accounting & Finance Manager to support technical accounting, M&A transactions, financial reporting, and data-driven decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who understands U.S. GAAP and can move beyond research and accounting memos to practically implement accounting guidance across the business.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and document accounting treatment for complex transactions under U.S. GAAP.
• Support acquisition and divestiture accounting, including fair value assessments and purchase accounting.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda, journal entries, SEC disclosures, and financial statement footnotes.
• Draft and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Corporate Development, and business leaders to evaluate transaction impacts.
• Manage multiple projects, timelines, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Analyze large datasets and leverage technology to improve reporting and decision-making.
• Support external audits by providing accounting analyses and documentation.
• Provide updates and recommendations to senior leadership regarding accounting impacts and project status.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA, CIA, MBA, or some designation.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
• Experience applying accounting guidance to complex business transactions.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where priorities change frequently.
• Experience with Workiva, Alteryx, and other data analytics tools.
• Experience with M&A, acquisition accounting, and divestiture accounting.
• Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools in a corporate environment.

Qualifications

Qualifications are determined based on 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, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure.

Skills

The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, experience with Workiva, Alteryx, and other data analytics tools, and expertise in M&A, acquisition accounting, and divestiture accounting. They should also have strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

Benefits

With this role, the successful candidate will be eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional benefits may vary depending on the specific location and employer.

Pay

As required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically full-time, with standard business hours.