VP of Accounting

Vaco
$225,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Aug 21, 2025
Position Summary The VP, Controller will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for all aspects of the company's accounting operations. This role will oversee the global accounting function, including billing, accounts payable/receivable, collections, general ledger, acquisition accounting, and post-acquisition integration. This individual will build and scale a high-performing accounting team, implement scalable processes and systems, and ensure financial accuracy and compliance across a growing and complex international environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, billing, collections, and revenue recognition. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Lead accounting and finance aspects of M&A activities, including due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition integration - often managing multiple acquisitions simultaneously. Develop and implement scalable accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls suitable for a high-growth, global organization. Manage global consolidation and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable international accounting standards. Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, HR, and Business Operations to drive alignment and ensure financial integrity. Mentor, develop, and lead a high-performing, geographically dispersed accounting team. Provide strategic insights and financial guidance to executive leadership and the Board. Prepare for and manage annual audits and liaise with external auditors and other advisors. Ensure compliance with PE-backed reporting requirements, including timely and accurate financial reporting and KPI tracking. Qualifications CPA required. 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior Controllership experience. Experience in Private Equity-backed environments is strongly preferred. Deep understanding of SaaS revenue models and software industry accounting standards (ASC 606). Proven experience in a global company with international entities and operations. Demonstrated success scaling accounting functions in a high-growth, fast-paced environment. Track record of leading and executing multiple M&A integrations in a single year. Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and growing accounting teams. Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and familiarity with international accounting practices. Systems-savvy with experience implementing or optimizing ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and geographies. 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. Vaco by Highspring 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 by Highspring 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 by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring 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 by Highspring 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 by Highspring 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 by Highspring 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. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring 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 by Highspring 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.