Senior Accountant

Overview A high-growth, private equity-backed SaaS company is seeking a Senior Accountant to partner directly with the CFO and help build a scalable accounting function. This is an opportunity to join a growing organization as its first dedicated accounting hire and play a key role in establishing processes, controls, and reporting infrastructure. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting fundamentals, public accounting experience, and a willingness to operate in a hands‑on environment. Key Responsibilities Own day‑to‑day accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, treasury, payroll, and benefits administration Manage month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities Develop and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls Design processes to support a timely and efficient close process Support tax compliance, insurance administration, and other regulatory requirements Perform financial analysis and provide reporting to support business decision‑making Assist with building scalable financial systems and operational processes Partner closely with executive leadership on finance and accounting initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA strongly preferred 3-8 years of accounting experience 2+ years of public accounting experience required Strong understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, and revenue recognition Experience managing monthly close and financial reporting processes Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills Strong attention to detail and a process improvement mindset Preferred Experience SaaS or subscription‑based business experience Understanding of recurring revenue models and SaaS metrics Experience in a high‑growth environment Experience working with private equity‑backed organizations Exposure to building or improving accounting processes and controls Experience supporting software implementation or transformation initiatives Why This Opportunity First dedicated accounting hire reporting directly to the CFO Significant ownership and visibility across the organization Opportunity to help build the accounting function from the ground up High‑growth environment with strong leadership investment Clear path for expanded responsibilities as the organization continues to scale 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 you 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. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. #J-18808-Ljbffr