Interim Senior Accountant at Vaco, LLC
Shelton, CT 06484
About the Job
Job Title: Interim Senior Accountant
Job Overview:
The Interim Senior Accountant will manage critical accounting functions during a transitional period, with a key focus on Sales and Use Tax compliance
This role requires extensive expertise in tax regulations, financial reporting, and general ledger management
The Interim Senior Accountant will also oversee a team of junior accounting staff, providing mentorship and ensuring efficient execution of accounting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales and Use Tax Compliance:
Tax Calculation and Reporting: Accurately calculate, report, and remit sales and use tax in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Invoice Verification: Review and verify sales tax on invoices to ensure correct tax application and adherence to tax laws.
Audit Support: Prepare documentation and assist with sales and use tax audits, addressing any issues or discrepancies.
Tax Filing: Prepare and file timely sales and use tax returns, ensuring compliance with all relevant deadlines and regulatory requirements.
Financial Reporting:
Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting principles and regulatory standards.
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts.
Conduct variance analysis to identify, explain, and address discrepancies in financial performance.
General Ledger Management:
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial entries.
Record and review journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and allocations.
Manage month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
Account Reconciliation:
Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including cash, receivables, and payables.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
Compliance and Controls:
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and schedules.
Identify and implement improvements in accounting processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions.
Collaborate with vendors and clients to resolve billing issues and discrepancies.
Team Leadership and Development:
Direct Reports: Supervise and mentor a team of junior accounting staff, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth.
Team Management: Oversee daily activities of the accounting team, ensuring effective execution of accounting functions and adherence to deadlines.
Performance Reviews: Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to direct reports.
Special Projects:
Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed, including system upgrades, process improvements, and ad hoc reporting.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience with a significant focus on Sales and Use Tax compliance within the financial services industry.
Proven experience in managing and mentoring accounting staff.
Proficiency in financial reporting, general ledger management, and tax regulations.
Expertise in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and departments.
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.
Job Overview:
The Interim Senior Accountant will manage critical accounting functions during a transitional period, with a key focus on Sales and Use Tax compliance
This role requires extensive expertise in tax regulations, financial reporting, and general ledger management
The Interim Senior Accountant will also oversee a team of junior accounting staff, providing mentorship and ensuring efficient execution of accounting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales and Use Tax Compliance:
Tax Calculation and Reporting: Accurately calculate, report, and remit sales and use tax in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Invoice Verification: Review and verify sales tax on invoices to ensure correct tax application and adherence to tax laws.
Audit Support: Prepare documentation and assist with sales and use tax audits, addressing any issues or discrepancies.
Tax Filing: Prepare and file timely sales and use tax returns, ensuring compliance with all relevant deadlines and regulatory requirements.
Financial Reporting:
Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting principles and regulatory standards.
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts.
Conduct variance analysis to identify, explain, and address discrepancies in financial performance.
General Ledger Management:
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial entries.
Record and review journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and allocations.
Manage month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
Account Reconciliation:
Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including cash, receivables, and payables.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
Compliance and Controls:
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and schedules.
Identify and implement improvements in accounting processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions.
Collaborate with vendors and clients to resolve billing issues and discrepancies.
Team Leadership and Development:
Direct Reports: Supervise and mentor a team of junior accounting staff, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth.
Team Management: Oversee daily activities of the accounting team, ensuring effective execution of accounting functions and adherence to deadlines.
Performance Reviews: Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to direct reports.
Special Projects:
Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed, including system upgrades, process improvements, and ad hoc reporting.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience with a significant focus on Sales and Use Tax compliance within the financial services industry.
Proven experience in managing and mentoring accounting staff.
Proficiency in financial reporting, general ledger management, and tax regulations.
Expertise in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and departments.
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.
