Director of Accounting
Join a stable, well-established organization with a strong financial foundation and long-term mission. We are seeking a Director of Accounting to lead core accounting operations, ensure financial integrity, and strengthen processes that support continued stability and growth.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a mature environment with consistent operations, experienced leadership, and the ability to make meaningful, lasting improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Oversee internal controls, compliance, and external audits
Manage fixed assets, payroll oversight, cash flow, and account reconciliations
Direct accounting for U.S. government contracts and grants
Lead ERP upgrades and accounting process improvements
Develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing accounting team
Partner with senior leadership to support financial strategy and sound decision-making
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance;
CPA required
8+ years of accounting experience with 2+ years in leadership
Working experience in a robust ERP is a plus
Why This Role
Financially stable organization with a long-term outlook
Leadership visibility and influence
Opportunity to modernize systems while maintaining strong foundations
Supportive, professional culture focused on quality and accountability
Salary expectations: $120-130K depending on level of experience
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon 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 in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
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This role offers the opportunity to work in a mature environment with consistent operations, experienced leadership, and the ability to make meaningful, lasting improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Oversee internal controls, compliance, and external audits
Manage fixed assets, payroll oversight, cash flow, and account reconciliations
Direct accounting for U.S. government contracts and grants
Lead ERP upgrades and accounting process improvements
Develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing accounting team
Partner with senior leadership to support financial strategy and sound decision-making
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance;
CPA required
8+ years of accounting experience with 2+ years in leadership
Working experience in a robust ERP is a plus
Why This Role
Financially stable organization with a long-term outlook
Leadership visibility and influence
Opportunity to modernize systems while maintaining strong foundations
Supportive, professional culture focused on quality and accountability
Salary expectations: $120-130K depending on level of experience
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon 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 in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
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