Vaco by Highspring · 6 days ago
Lead Accountant, Lending
Vaco by Highspring is a global fintech technology company seeking a Lead Accountant to support its rapidly expanding lending portfolio. This high-visibility role focuses on modernizing and scaling lending operations through operational accounting, technical accounting, and financial reporting while collaborating across the organization.
Responsibilities
Lead operational accounting and financial reporting for lending products (including term loans and revolving credit)
Own accounting policies and practices for lending activities; collaborate with internal and external auditors
Assess accounting and reporting risks, applying judgment to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance
Research and document technical accounting matters and ensure proper application of US GAAP
Oversee month/quarter/year end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial record accuracy
Prepare financial and management reports for internal and external stakeholders
Partner with cross-functional teams (FP&A, Treasury, Credit Risk, etc.) supporting lending products
Communicate accounting requirements and conclusions effectively to various stakeholders
Support internal controls for lending products (including SOX); recommend and implement process improvements
Work directly with external auditors to support audits and internal control testing
Qualification
Required
7+ years of accounting experience
Operational accounting experience with lending products (term loans, revolving credit); banking or fintech background strongly preferred
Strong US GAAP technical accounting knowledge related to lending products (e.g., expected credit losses, interest income, transfers of financial assets)
Experience preparing technical accounting memos and communicating with internal/external stakeholders
Preferred
CPA (or equivalent) preferred
Benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Company
Vaco by Highspring
Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization.
Funding
Current Stage
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