Bellingham, Washington, United States · Hybrid
$90k–$105k/yr
Description Job Title: Internal Accounting & Finance Manager Reports To: Finance and Operations Director Position Summary The Internal Accounting & Finance Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing VSH’s internal…
Skills: Accounting operations, Financial reporting, Team leadership, Internal controls, Process improvement
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The Internal Accounting & Finance Manager leads and oversees the firm's full-cycle accounting operations, including monthly closes, financial reporting, and payroll. This role also provides leadership to accounting support staff while driving process improvements and maintaining strong financial controls.
Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with experience in professional services or consulting. A professional designation such as a CPA or CMA is preferred, as is experience with financial technology and management reporting.
Description
Job Title: Internal Accounting & Finance Manager
Reports To: Finance and Operations Director
The Internal Accounting & Finance Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing VSH’s internal accounting operations. This position manages the full accounting cycle, provides leadership and accountability for accounting support personnel, maintains strong financial controls, and ensures the timely and accurate completion of the firm’s financial processes and reporting.
This is a hands-on management role for an experienced accounting professional who can balance day-to-day operational responsibilities with team leadership, process improvement, and financial analysis. The Internal Accounting & Finance Manager will work closely with the Finance and Operations Director and other firm leaders to strengthen internal systems, improve efficiency, leverage technology, and provide meaningful financial information that supports sound business decisions.
The Internal Accounting & Finance Manager will be expected to:
Requirements
Maintains strong accounting knowledge and produces accurate, dependable financial information.
Establishes clear expectations, follows through on commitments, and helps employees perform at their best.
Understands the broader business and uses financial information to support practical, well-informed decisions.
Looks beyond current practices to identify better, more efficient, and more scalable ways of working.
Uses technology thoughtfully to improve accuracy, efficiency, visibility, and employee experience.
Explains financial information clearly and communicates effectively with both accounting and non-accounting colleagues.
Builds productive relationships and works across departments to solve problems and accomplish shared goals.
Handles confidential information appropriately and exercises sound professional judgment.
VSH is an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm in Bellingham. The firm provides services beyond traditional tax compliance and planning, including strategic advisory support, international and cross-border services, transition planning, and other specialized solutions for local, regional, and international clients.
VSH prioritizes People First. The firm believes meaningful and fulfilling careers are built through continuous learning, strong relationships, personalized development, and opportunities for professional growth. Employees are supported through mentoring relationships, career coaching, skill development, and forward-focused development plans.
VSH’s core values emphasize employee well-being, adaptability, excellence, collaboration, and putting people first.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000–$105,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and alignment with the responsibilities of the role.
VSH offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
The employee must be able to perform the essential responsibilities of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. The role regularly requires the use of a computer, communication by phone and video, participation in meetings, and the ability to review and prepare detailed financial information.
The position operates within a hybrid work environment. Regular attendance at the office will be required in accordance with the firm’s hybrid work expectations and the operational needs of the department.
VSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. VSH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
VSH may use AI-assisted tools to support the initial résumé review process. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by VSH team members, and VSH monitors its tools and processes for compliance with applicable federal nondiscrimination laws governing AI and automated employment screening systems.
Applicants who need accommodation or prefer an alternative application method may contact VSH’s Human Resources department directly.
As your partner in business, focused on our client's experience.
VSH is a dynamic and responsive CPA firm with the expertise to help you grow and prosper. Located in Bellingham, WA, we serve clients locally and internationally. We are a full-service advisory firm specializing in U.S./Canada cross border and international taxation and consulting, state and local taxation, litigation support, and strategic business and transaction planning and consulting. We LISTEN to our clients' needs and THINK about options from every angle to help LEAD businesses toward their goals.
Offices: 2200 Rimland Drive, Suite 205, Bellingham, WA 98226, US
As your partner in business, focused on our client's experience.
VSH is a dynamic and responsive CPA firm with the expertise to help you grow and prosper. Located in Bellingham, WA, we serve clients locally and internationally. We are a full-service advisory firm specializing in U.S./Canada cross border and international taxation and consulting, state and local taxation, litigation support, and strategic business and transaction planning and consulting. We LISTEN to our clients' needs and THINK about options from every angle to help LEAD businesses toward their goals.
Offices: 2200 Rimland Drive, Suite 205, Bellingham, WA 98226, US
