Accountant POST NUMBER: 410526
Job Overview:
Vaco is looking for a meticulous and knowledgeable Accountant. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of accounting practices and principles, along with experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. As an Accountant, you will be essential in maintaining precise financial records, ensuring adherence to regulations, and aiding in management’s decision-making process.
Main Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Record and analyze financial transactions, ensuring accuracy within the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Support the budget and forecasting processes by providing relevant financial data and analyses.
- Monitor and reconcile bank statements and accounts payable/receivable to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with various teams to gather financial data and provide insights for business decisions.
- Assist in preparing financial information for audits and act as a liaison with external auditors.
- Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations, policies, and best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification is preferred.
- Relevant experience (typically 2-5 years) in accounting or similar roles.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and regulations.
- Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail for accurate financial reporting.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
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 HR@vaco.com .
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.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
- California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
- Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
- Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
- Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
- Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
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.