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Accounting Sales Engineer

Vaco
$160,000.00 - $250,000.00 / yr
United States, New York, New York
May 13, 2026
Sales Engineer - Accounting & Finance Solutions Location: On-site NYC Compensation: $150,000-250,000 plus equity About the Role We're looking for a highly strategic Sales Engineer to help scale a critical function at the intersection of product, finance, and go-to-market strategy. In this role, you'll serve as the accounting and finance subject matter expert during the sales process-partnering closely with Sales, Product, and leadership teams to support enterprise deals, shape product direction, and build credibility with senior finance stakeholders. This is a high-impact, cross-functional opportunity for someone who can translate complex accounting workflows into clear business value for CFOs, Controllers, and finance leaders. You'll also play a key role in influencing product development, refining go-to-market messaging, and helping define best-in-class accounting workflows. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving ambiguous problems, and wants to help build and scale a growing function. Key Responsibilities Support Enterprise Sales Efforts Partner with Sales and Account Executives on enterprise and strategic opportunities as the accounting and finance expert Lead tailored product demonstrations for CFOs, Controllers, and Finance leaders Translate platform capabilities into practical accounting workflows and operational outcomes Bridge the gap between technical product functionality and real-world finance operations Build Trust with Finance Stakeholders Engage directly with CFOs, VPs of Finance, Controllers, and accounting leaders Serve as a trusted advisor on accounting operations and financial workflows Confidently address topics such as: Intercompany eliminations Bank reconciliations Month-end and period-close processes Audit readiness and internal controls Position the platform as a scalable, accurate, and reliable solution for finance teams Influence Product Strategy Gather customer feedback, identify workflow gaps, and communicate insights to Product and Engineering teams Help prioritize accounting-related product enhancements and roadmap initiatives Contribute to defining best-in-class finance and accounting workflows within the platform Drive Go-to-Market Enablement Support messaging, positioning, and enablement for finance-specific use cases Develop demo environments, sales playbooks, and repeatable narratives Enable broader go-to-market teams to confidently engage accounting and finance personas What We're Looking For Background in accounting or finance roles such as Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar Experience working in or alongside high-growth technology companies, ideally within fintech, ERP, accounting software, or related industries Strong understanding of accounting operations, including close processes, reconciliations, consolidations, and controls Ability to communicate effectively across finance, product, and technical teams Strong executive presence and ability to build credibility with senior finance stakeholders Self-starter mindset with the ability to operate independently in fast-moving environments Comfortable navigating ambiguity and helping build new processes and functions Interest in influencing product direction and contributing strategically beyond sales support Willingness to work onsite 4-5 days per week 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. 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