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Staff Accountant - Corporate

Vaco
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Mar 10, 2026
Role Summary: Our client is a nationally recognized real estate investment and development firm with a strong presence across the U.S. The company is a vertically integrated platform development, construction, and asset management. The Corporate Accounting Associate will support key areas of the corporate accounting function, including compensation and benefits accounting, lease accounting and administration (including ASC 842), cash management, accounts payable, and general ledger activity. Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Accounting, this role provides broad exposure to the day-to-day operations of a corporate finance team within a dynamic real estate investment organization. The position also offers exposure to corporate budgeting and forecasting activities. Key Responsibilities: Corporate Accounting & Close Prepare journal entries related to corporate accounting functions as part of the monthly and quarterly close process Assist with balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and internal reporting support Maintain supporting documentation and schedules for accounting records and reporting Compensation & Benefits Accounting Support accounting for corporate compensation and benefits programs Prepare payroll-related journal entries and monthly benefit accruals Assist with accounting for complex incentive compensation plans Lease Accounting & Administration Support lease accounting activities in compliance with ASC 842 Maintain lease schedules and prepare related accounting entries Assist with administration and tracking of corporate leases Cash & Accounts Payable Record and reconcile corporate cash activity across accounts Process corporate accounts payable transactions including invoice coding and entry Support payment processing and vendor communication as needed Audit, Reporting & Process Improvement Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing supporting schedules and documentation Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls Monitor and respond to shared accounting inboxes and coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting inquiries FP&A Support Assist with quarterly and annual forecasting activities for the corporate operating company Support corporate budget analysis and reporting as needed Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required CPA or CPA Candidate 1+ years of progressive accounting experience; real estate or construction industry preferred and/or public accounting experience Strong knowledge of GAAP Proficient in Excel and ERP systems Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment 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. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. 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. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies 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: 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.