Accounting Manager POST NUMBER: 425656
Accounting Management
Grant Accounting | Consulting / Client Services | Non-profit | On-site - Raleigh, NC
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a growing team that provides accounting and compliance services to a diverse portfolio of clients. This position offers the opportunity to work with businesses across various industries, providing essential financial expertise and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting and financial reporting, with a focus on managing multiple client engagements. The role reports to senior leadership within the finance and accounting department and will be responsible for overseeing a team of accountants, ensuring quality service delivery, and providing strategic accounting support to clients.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage a portfolio of client engagements, providing accounting and compliance services across a range of industries.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records, including the preparation and review of journal entries, financial reports, and other financial statements.
- Provide expertise in GAAP, grant accounting, and compliance with federal and state regulations, guiding clients through complex accounting issues.
- Develop and implement internal controls, ensuring clients' accounting systems are operating effectively and in accordance with best practices.
- Prepare financial reports and provide detailed analysis for clients on a regular basis.
- Assist clients with government grant accounting, reporting, and compliance needs, including preparing indirect rate agreements and incurred cost submissions.
- Lead clients through the establishment of internal accounting frameworks and processes that comply with applicable regulations.
- Represent clients in negotiations with external auditors and regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with financial and accounting standards.
- Mentor and lead a team of accountants, providing guidance and professional development opportunities to support their growth.
- Participate in internal process improvement projects, helping to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
Core Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead multiple engagements and meet deadlines.
- Mentorship and leadership skills to develop high-performing accounting teams.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to resolve complex accounting and compliance challenges.
- Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts to clients without financial backgrounds.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and proficiency with accounting software.
- Ability to identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce errors.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional qualification.
- At least 8 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a consulting or client-facing role.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who enjoys client-focused work and seeks to contribute to a dynamic team environment. The role offers the chance to mentor others, improve accounting processes, and play a key part in the financial success of a variety of clients.
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.
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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.