Accounting Manager - Operations

Accounting Manager – Operations Dallas, TX - hybrid, 3 days onsite One of Vaco's midmarket clients in the East Dallas area has given us the exclusive search to onboard an Accounting Director as part of a newly created addition. This role will oversee several pieces of their operational team (A/P, A/R, reconciliations) in a high-volume transactional environment. Looking for process-forward candidates that have a demonstrated record of rolling up their sleeves to make SOPs more efficient and/or automated. Vaco has helped build most of their accounting team and we've received great feedback on culture and leadership! Company offers great benefits including unlimited PTO. Compensation: $130-160K Day-to-day Manage daily operational accounting activities, including A/P, A/R, payroll, cash management, and general ledger reconciliations. Lead and mentor a team of accounting staff; oversee workload distribution, training, and performance. Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. Collaborate with operations, procurement, and finance teams to ensure proper cost allocation, coding, and reporting. Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and company standards. Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses to ensure accuracy and completeness. Support audit preparation and serve as a liaison with internal and external auditors. Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance operational efficiency. Prepare and analyze key operational metrics and financial reports for management decision-making. Assist with system upgrades, integrations, and data validation as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred). 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role. Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks. Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar). Vaco is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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