Accounting Manager

Description

Fueling Success in this Role:

VP Racing is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager in the Finance Department at our Corporate Headquarter location (San Antonio, Texas). The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing complex accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance. This role involves developing and implementing financial policies, analyzing financial data for forecasting and variance analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The Accounting Manager will lead daily cash management, auditing, and reconciliations while providing leadership to direct reports. Additionally, they will serve as the ERP administrator, maintaining financial processes and controls. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to enhance accounting systems and procedures to support business objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Own the full accounting cycle — AR, AP, cost accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance for a high-growth manufacturing and distribution company
• Lead daily cash management, auditing, and reconciliations with precision and speed 
• Drive forecasting and variance analysis, turning complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership 
• Develop and implement financial policies, controls, and procedures that scale with the business
• Serve as ERP Administrator (NetSuite preferred), managing system processes, data integrity, and controls
• Prepare regulatory reports and corporate tax returns, ensuring full compliance and maximizing favorable tax positions
• Lead and mentor direct reports, setting a high standard for accuracy and accountability
• Partner cross-functionally with sponsors, vendors, customers, and all levels of management

Why Should You Join Our Team?

At VP Racing Fuels, we don’t just create high-performance fuels—we create high-performance careers. Based in San Antonio, Texas, we are a global leader in race fuels, performance chemicals, and branded retail products. Our work environment is built for those who thrive on innovation, precision, and speed, offering a dynamic workplace where passion drives everything we do. We invest in our people and provide real opportunities for professional growth.

We hire people based on potential, not just experience, and believe in building a team that’s diverse, driven, and ready to push limits. At VP, we work hard and play hard, innovate boldly, and foster a fun, collaborative culture where teamwork fuels success.

High-Octane Rewards:

We offer a competitive salary for our Accounting Manager, based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a full suite of supplemental insurance options, and a robust 401(k) plan with a company match to help you build a secure retirement. We offer paid time off, so you have the flexibility to recharge and refuel. You'll enjoy a down-to-earth, casual work environment, along with a positive, team-oriented culture built on innovation, inclusion, and long-term success. Join us and be part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and a desire to win!

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Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must be extremely organized and able to manage the logistics of multiple duties with professionalism and strong communication skills. In addition, strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment is critical for success in the role, as are high levels of accuracy, timeliness and dependability. We are looking for someone who can establish and maintain effective working relationships within the organization, work effectively with all levels of employees and management, and assist in providing solutions to challenges that arise. If this describes you and you meet the following requirements, we would be happy to speak with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; AND at least four (4) years of experience in accounting; OR any combination of education and experience that results in the applicable skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred.

About the Company:

VP Racing is best known as a world leader in racing and performance fluids, powering champions in virtually every form of motorsport on land, sea, and air since 1975. VP also sells a full line of consumer products, including ethanol-free fuels and oils for 2- and 4-cycle outdoor power equipment, automotive lubricants, additives, coolants, and accessories through national home improvement, automotive parts, and online retailers. The company also offers a program to independent operators of convenience stores and gas stations, car wash, quick lube, and marinas to brand as VP Racing and resell the company’s full range of automotive performance and small engine fuel products.