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Senior Accountant

Vaco
$100,000.00 - $125,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Houston
Dec 04, 2025
Senior Accountant Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join the Accounting team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing strategic financial insights to support business objectives. This is an opportunity suited for a self-starter who is system- and Excel-savvy and seeking a role that offers strong exposure. Key Responsibilities Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Conduct month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Oversee accounting for the lease portfolio, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and lease income/expenses. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including preparation and filing of tax returns. Collaborate with external auditors during financial and tax audits, providing documentation and support. Analyze financial data to identify trends, provide insights, and recommend cost-saving or process-improvement strategies. Maintain and update internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity. Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities to support organizational goals. Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience. Skills: Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or equivalent). Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Preferred:Experience with ERP systems and process automation. 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. 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 HR@vaco.com . 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 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 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. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring 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 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. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring 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.