VP of Finance Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

VP of Finance Vaco $175,000.00 – $200,000.00 / yr 401(k), retirement plan United States, South Carolina, Charleston Jun 20, 2025

Position:

Vice President of Finance

Job Function:

Finance & Accounting Leadership Overview:

A growing organization in the real estate/property management sector is seeking a Vice President of Finance to lead its accounting and finance operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and overseeing daily accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, reconciliations, and budgeting. The VP ofFinance will report directly to the CEO and play a key role in financial strategy and operational scalability.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage treasury operations, including wire and ACH payments
Prepare consolidated financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and budget variance analyses
Provide strategic financial guidance and best practice recommendations
Collaborate with business partners on accruals, forecasts, and budget planning
Oversee the month-end close process, including journal entries and reconciliations
Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and tax preparers
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
Manage debt instruments and ensure compliance with quarterly reporting requirements
Partner with executive leadership on financial initiatives and process improvements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA required
Minimum of 6 years of relevant accounting experience
Experience in real estate or property management preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial statement preparation
Proficiency in accounting systems; experience with Yardi is a plus
Advanced Excel skills

Skills & Attributes:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven leadership and team management capabilities
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to synthesize and present complex financial data clearly
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines
Enthusiastic about process improvement and automation initiatives 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.
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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.