Assistant Controller at Vaco, LLC
Raleigh, NC 27601
About the Job
Job Description Summary
We are on the hunt for a motivated Assistant Controller to support a variety of accounting operational tasks, help manage the consolidation of financial data for both internal and external reporting, and guarantee adherence to GAAP and other technical accounting norms. The ideal candidate will exhibit a collaborative spirit, professionalism, a hands-on approach, integrity, leadership qualities, and the ability to independently manage their workload efficiently and responsibly.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the monthly accounting closure process, including the scrutiny of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Lead the general accounting team by managing their workload and facilitating their professional development.
- Conduct and participate in variance analysis meetings throughout the closing periods.
- Collaborate with financial planning and analysis teams and/or operational management to address discrepancies and perform monthly activity analyses.
- Aid in the preparation for and coordination of internal and external audits.
- Spearhead the implementation of system and process enhancements, working in tandem with other teams and external partners as necessary.
- Oversee and refine accounting control procedures to maintain and improve their effectiveness.
- Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
- A strong background in public accounting, with a preference for candidates with Big 4 experience.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a preference for those who have worked in public companies.
- Candidates with a background in a SaaS environment will have an advantage.
- Solid understanding of US GAAP, internal controls, and the management of accelerated financial closing processes.
- Independent, ethical, and ready to work in a dynamic, team-based setting.
- Open to the possibility of managing a team remotely.
- Familiarity with NetSuite is considered a plus.
Education & Professional Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- CPA certification is preferred, or at least the willingness and ability to obtain it.
Employment Type
- Full-time, Salaried, Exempt position.
Location
- This role is based in a vibrant city in the southeastern U.S., with a hybrid working arrangement.
Benefits Package
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision), including prescription plan options.
- Accounts for health savings and flexible spending.
- Insurance for critical illness and accidents.
- Retirement savings plan with potential company contributions.
- Disability insurance, both short and long term.
- Company-provided life insurance policy.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, and volunteer opportunities.
- Exclusive employee discount programs.
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.