VICE PRESIDENT OF ACCOUNTING / CORPORATE CONTROLLER

Location: Remote (East Coast candidates only)
Industry: SaaS | Private Equity-Backed | Revenue: $50M–$100M
We are currently partnered with a high-growth, Private Equity-backed SaaS company headquartered on the East Coast in search of a dynamic and proven Vice President of Accounting / Controller. This fully remote leadership role presents a compelling opportunity to play a pivotal role in scaling an already successful organization through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The VP of Accounting will report directly to the CFO and serve as a key member of the finance leadership team. This highly visible role will oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including financial reporting, revenue recognition, compliance, and M&A integration. The ideal candidate will be both strategic and hands-on, with a track record of building and leading high-performing accounting teams in a scaling SaaS environment. Key Responsibilities include:

• Lead the full-cycle accounting function, including general ledger, AP/AR, revenue recognition, and period-end close
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, audit, and internal controls
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other third parties
• Integrate acquired entities into the accounting function and systems
• Evaluate and implement scalable accounting systems, tools, and processes
• Partner with FP&A to align actuals with forecasts and support business planning
• Recruit, develop, and lead a team of 3–5 accounting professionals
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting infrastructure
• Serve as a key advisor to the CFO on all accounting matters

Qualifications:

• CPA required
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time in public accounting/audit
• Deep understanding of SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Prior experience in a PE-backed, fast-growing technology or software company
• Demonstrated success building scalable teams and processes in a high-growth environment
• Hands-on experience with ERP/Accounting systems implementation and optimization
• Strong M&A integration experience
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Proven ability to operate both strategically and tactically

Additional Details:

• Remote Role: Candidates must reside in the Eastern Time Zone (East Coast, US only)
• Travel: Quarterly travel to company headquarters

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
Vaco by Highspring 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.

The VP of Accounting will report directly to the CFO and serve as a key member of the finance leadership team. This highly visible role will oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including financial reporting, revenue recognition, compliance, and M&A integration. The ideal candidate will be both strategic and hands-on, with a track record of building and leading high-performing accounting teams in a scaling SaaS environment. Key Responsibilities include:

• Lead the full-cycle accounting function, including general ledger, AP/AR, revenue recognition, and period-end close
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, audit, and internal controls
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other third parties
• Integrate acquired entities into the accounting function and systems
• Evaluate and implement scalable accounting systems, tools, and processes
• Partner with FP&A to align actuals with forecasts and support business planning
• Recruit, develop, and lead a team of 3–5 accounting professionals
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting infrastructure
• Serve as a key advisor to the CFO on all accounting matter

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring 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