Vice President of Accounting

A rapidly growing, private equity-backed company is seeking a Vice President of Accounting to lead and scale its accounting operations. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role is a key strategic and hands-on leadership position responsible for financial reporting, treasury management, internal controls, tax coordination, and audit readiness.

This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong, results-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and brings deep experience in GAAP, financial operations, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all core accounting functions: GL, AP, AR, revenue recognition, and compliance with government grants.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate, timely GAAP-compliant financials.
• Manage annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Build and lead a high-performing accounting team, driving accountability and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and risk management processes.
• Direct treasury and cash management functions, including 13-week forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on tax provision, filings, and audit support.
• Prepare and deliver financial reporting packages for private equity sponsors and lending partners.
• Support enterprise risk management activities including insurance and claims oversight.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across operations, finance, and strategy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred.
• 8–10 years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience leading financial audits.
• Experience in a private equity-backed environment is highly preferred.
• Strong ERP and financial reporting systems experience.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and execute under pressure.
• Experience with income tax coordination, cash forecasting, and compliance processes.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to collaborate across all levels.
• A proactive mindset and a continuous improvement approach.
• Familiarity with government grant compliance (a plus).
• Experience in an operational or infrastructure-heavy industry.

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