Director of Accounting

Location: Dallas City

Director of Accounting Dallas, TX – Onsite 4 days/week

Compensation:

$130k–150K base + discretionary bonus

One of Vaco’s rapidly growing healthcare clients is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial reporting, and support the company through ongoing expansion. With more than $1B in revenue and continued national growth, the environment is dynamic and fast-paced- ideal for someone who thrives in change, enjoys improving processes, and wants to step into a high-impact leadership role with a clear path toward Assistant Controller.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee general ledger operations, account reconciliations, journal entries, payroll-related entries, and close calendar deliverables
• Manage variance analysis and partner with FP&A to align financial results with budgeted expectations
• Oversee tax-related activities including sales/use tax, payroll tax, and coordination with external advisors on filings
• Review and approve cash transfers, wire templates, and other treasury functions
• Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors; manage audit requests and compliance requirements
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of senior accountants; drive accountability and continuous improvement
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Support upcoming ERP conversion and serve as a key partner in system design and implementation
• Collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes and increasing transaction volumes

Qualifications and Skills
• Bachelor’s in Accounting required; MBA or Master’s preferred
• CPA preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience; 5+ years leading or supervising teams
• Strong GAAP knowledge and experience with multi-entity or high-volume environments
• Proven track record of process improvement with clear, concrete examples
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Great Plains, Flo Qast, or similar systems a plus
• Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, growing company
• Strong leadership presence- engaging, proactive, and able to develop and motivate teams
• Excellent communication skills; able to influence upward and cross-functionally

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

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