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Director of Accounting Operations

Dallas, TX – hybrid, 3 days onsite

One of Vaco's midmarket clients in the East Dallas area has given us the exclusive search to onboard an Accounting Director as part of a newly created addition.  This role will oversee several pieces of their operational team (A / P, A / R, reconciliations) in a high-volume transactional environment.  Looking for process-forward candidates that have a demonstrated record of rolling up their sleeves to make SOPs more efficient and / or automated.

Vaco has helped build most of their accounting team and we’ve received great feedback on culture and leadership!  Company offers great benefits including unlimited PTO.

Compensation : $130-160K

Day-to-day

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules

Oversee the general ledger and ensure timely completion of the monthly close process

Prepare and analyze financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance

Support regulatory reporting requirements as applicable

Assess, design, and enhance departmental controls, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy

Research and resolve complex accounting issues in accordance with GAAP

Document and streamline processes for consistency and improvement

Contribute to M&A activities, including due diligence and post-transaction integration

Recruit, train, and supervise accounting staff to build and maintain a high-performing team

Manage operational functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Benefits Reconciliation

Oversee workflows such as cash applications, case queues, and related processes

Lead special projects and respond to ad hoc requests as assigned

Partner with the Controller and CFO on strategic initiatives and other key projects

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business.

Please let us know if we can help you with this, or another role, for your next step in your career!

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