Vice President, Accounting
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Washington D.C. Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking a Vice President of Accounting to lead its accounting function and build scalable, reliable finance operations. Responsibilities include owning the end-to-end close across multiple entities, maintaining general ledger integrity, overseeing revenue recognition, invoicing, accounts receivable and payable, and managing audit and statutory compliance. The role will redesign manual workflows through automation and AI, oversee ERP implementation and finance-system integrations, and develop reporting, procedures, and internal controls. The Vice President will also lead and coach accounting staff and partner closely with finance leadership. Candidates should have 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of a full close cycle and experience with multiple entities or currencies. Strong knowledge of US GAAP and revenue recognition, familiarity with UK accounting requirements, and experience managing external audits are required. Applicants should demonstrate hands-on use of AI in accounting or finance workflows, along with the ability to optimize systems, integrations, and process automation. A builder’s mindset, strong organization, self-direction, and excellent communication and collaboration skills are important; a CPA or equivalent, coding experience, and UK accounting experience are preferred.
Functions:
- Finance
About the Company
Prominent policy research & strategic insights firm
Industry
Management Consulting
Type
Privately Held
Age
employees
201-500