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Vaco is seeking an experienced Controller for a thriving organization located in the Biltmore area.

What stands out about this role?

• Be Part of a Growing, Stable Organization : Join a financially strong and steadily expanding company with long-tenured leadership and a reputation for a collaborative, supportive culture.

Work-Life Balance Without the Burnout : Enjoy a healthy balance of structure and flexibility—while the role is primarily on-site (4–5 days), leadership understands real-life needs and offers flexibility when it matters most.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits : Receive a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in a role that values both performance and well-being

Responsibilities include :

Own and Drive Technical Accounting Excellence : Research complex accounting standards and author clear, well-supported technical accounting memos to ensure full compliance with GAAP and evolving regulatory guidance.

Lead Financial Reporting with Precision : Prepare and review complete financial statements and footnotes with a high degree of accuracy and insight, supporting internal stakeholders and external audit requirements.

Manage and Lead External Audits : Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, leading the audit process end-to-end—including planning, coordination, issue resolution, and timely delivery of all audit deliverables.

Oversee Core Accounting Functions : Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Accounts Payable and Billing departments, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with company goals.

Streamline the Close Process : Identify and implement improvements in the month-end close cycle through effective process redesign, systems automation, and team leadership—shortening timelines while enhancing accuracy and visibility.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or Finance

CPA is required.

7+ years of progressive industry accounting experience with 2+ years as an assistant controller or Controller.

4+ years working at public accounting firm

Experience with private equity backed companies

Experience with businesses with M&A

Must have experience working with Sage Intacct

To be immediately considered, APPLY NOW!  Local candidates to Arizona only

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 .

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 :

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.