Accountant, External Reporting at Vaco, LLC
Raleigh, NC
About the Job
Accountant, External Reporting
A large, public company in the retail and distribution sector is seeking an Accountant, External Reporting to join their team in Raleigh, NC
This hybrid role (in office 3-4 days per week) involves collaborating with a seasoned reporting and compliance team to support the preparation of financial statements and SEC filings
The ideal candidate will bring public company experience, ideally with exposure to public accounting or relevant industry experience.
Position Summary:
The Accountant, External Reporting will play an integral role in ensuring accurate and timely reporting for both internal and external stakeholders
Reporting to the Manager of Financial Reporting & Compliance, this role focuses on SEC filings, financial analysis, and period close activities
The company provides an opportunity for candidates who excel in financial reporting and have a solid understanding of technical accounting.
Key Responsibilities:
Support period close processes, including preparation of consolidated financial statements and covenant calculations.
Assist with SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, working with cross-functional teams to gather and document necessary information.
Conduct technical accounting research on changes in regulations and accounting rules issued by the FASB and SEC.
Perform financial analyses for period, quarterly, and annual results, providing explanations for variances.
Prepare journal entries and reconciliations in line with the reporting schedule, following up on adjustments as needed.
Compile reports for various departments and respond to ad hoc reporting requests.
Maintain schedules and documentation to support SOX compliance and facilitate internal and external audits.
Assist in quarterly reviews and year-end audits, liaising with internal and external auditors.
Participate in special projects and other financial reporting or analysis tasks as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
1-3 years of experience in public company reporting or public accounting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ERP systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to interpret financial reports and legal documents.
Strong attention to detail with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
Why Join Us:
This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment within a public company dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation
With a competitive salary, bonus structure, and professional growth opportunities, this is an excellent role for an accounting professional with a passion for financial reporting and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
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
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.
A large, public company in the retail and distribution sector is seeking an Accountant, External Reporting to join their team in Raleigh, NC
This hybrid role (in office 3-4 days per week) involves collaborating with a seasoned reporting and compliance team to support the preparation of financial statements and SEC filings
The ideal candidate will bring public company experience, ideally with exposure to public accounting or relevant industry experience.
Position Summary:
The Accountant, External Reporting will play an integral role in ensuring accurate and timely reporting for both internal and external stakeholders
Reporting to the Manager of Financial Reporting & Compliance, this role focuses on SEC filings, financial analysis, and period close activities
The company provides an opportunity for candidates who excel in financial reporting and have a solid understanding of technical accounting.
Key Responsibilities:
Support period close processes, including preparation of consolidated financial statements and covenant calculations.
Assist with SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, working with cross-functional teams to gather and document necessary information.
Conduct technical accounting research on changes in regulations and accounting rules issued by the FASB and SEC.
Perform financial analyses for period, quarterly, and annual results, providing explanations for variances.
Prepare journal entries and reconciliations in line with the reporting schedule, following up on adjustments as needed.
Compile reports for various departments and respond to ad hoc reporting requests.
Maintain schedules and documentation to support SOX compliance and facilitate internal and external audits.
Assist in quarterly reviews and year-end audits, liaising with internal and external auditors.
Participate in special projects and other financial reporting or analysis tasks as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
1-3 years of experience in public company reporting or public accounting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ERP systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to interpret financial reports and legal documents.
Strong attention to detail with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
Why Join Us:
This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment within a public company dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation
With a competitive salary, bonus structure, and professional growth opportunities, this is an excellent role for an accounting professional with a passion for financial reporting and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
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.
