Senior Manager- Accounting, Governance, & Controls

Vaco
$150,000.00 - $200,000.00 / yr
parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k), stock options
United States, New York, New York
Jan 03, 2026
Senior Manager - Accounting, Governance & Controls Compensation: $150,000-$200,000 base salary + equity Location: New York, NY (In-office 4-5 days per week) About the Role A high-growth technology organization is seeking a Senior Manager of Accounting, Governance & Controls to strengthen its audit, controls, and compliance posture as its product suite and client base continue to scale. This is a critical leadership role for an audit and controls expert who can design and embed robust control frameworks while partnering closely with product, engineering, and client-facing teams. The role is well-suited for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building structure from evolving requirements, and can translate audit expectations into practical, scalable systems. Key Responsibilities Governance, Controls & Risk Management Design, implement, and maintain accounting and operational control frameworks, including approvals, reconciliations, segregation of duties, and audit trails Embed control considerations directly into system and product workflows to support scalability and audit readiness SOC 1 Readiness & Audit Leadership Lead SOC 1 readiness efforts, including documentation, testing, evidence collection, and remediation Coordinate closely with external auditors throughout the audit lifecycle Serve as the primary liaison for enterprise client auditors and third-party assurance providers Cross-Functional Partnership Translate customer and auditor control requirements into actionable internal processes and system enhancements Partner with accounting, product, engineering, and operations teams to align governance requirements with business execution Continuous Improvement Evolve governance and controls as the business, product offerings, and customer expectations mature Identify gaps, recommend enhancements, and drive adoption of best practices in a fast-moving environment Skills & Experience CPA required 7+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, SOX, or governance and controls roles Big 4 or top-tier public accounting firm background strongly preferred Demonstrated experience leading SOC 1 readiness or similar assurance initiatives Strong knowledge of internal controls, audit methodology, and risk management frameworks Ability to interpret audit and client requirements and convert them into scalable processes and system features Comfortable operating in a growth-stage, evolving environment with high levels of ambiguity Strong communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with auditors, clients, and senior stakeholders Why This Role Newly created position driven by product growth and increasing enterprise audit requirements Opportunity to shape governance and controls from the ground up High visibility role with significant influence across product and operational teams Competitive compensation with meaningful equity participation Benefits Equity in the company in the form of stock options 100% covered medical, dental, and vision premiums Fully paid parental leave 401(k) benefits Commuter benefits Monthly fitness stipend Unlimited PTO and paid holidays Company-paid lunches and a fully stocked kitchen Collaborative in-office environment with regular team events Relocation support available Additional Notes This role is based in New York with an in-office expectation of 4-5 days per week Confidentiality is emphasized throughout the hiring process 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. 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