Sr Accountant
About The Position
The Senior Accountant maintains the corporate general ledger and supports accurate, complete banking, prepaid asset, and financial reporting activities. The role contributes to the month-end close and meets financial reporting requirements through sound accounting, analysis, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment. The position prepares and posts journal entries, completes close activities, prepares account reconciliations, analyzes income statement variances, and provides ad hoc analysis and reporting to management and executive leadership. It also reviews cash activity and bank reconciliations, maintains prepaid asset schedules, and supports other balance sheet reconciliations and corporate accounting functions. The Senior Accountant supports SOX compliance and audits, and helps identify process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and financial controls. The role works on a hybrid schedule from the Dallas office four days per week.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and core accounting principles.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.
- Collaborative, proactive, and team-oriented approach.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule from the Dallas office four days per week.
Nice To Haves
- Public accounting experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries for monthly accounting activities.
- Execute month-end close responsibilities and support timely, accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare and maintain account reconciliations to support complete and accurate financial records.
- Analyze income statement variances against budget and prior-year performance, identify trends, and ensure appropriate accounting treatment under U.S. GAAP.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting for management and executive leadership.
- Review and reconcile daily cash activity across multiple bank accounts.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies through resolution.
- Partner with Treasury and Cash Application teams to support accurate cash reporting and transaction processing.
- Maintain prepaid asset schedules and record monthly amortization entries.
- Monitor account activity and ensure balances are supported and reconciled.
- Assist with other balance sheet reconciliations and corporate accounting functions as needed.
- Support SOX compliance through internal controls and review procedures.
- Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests.
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reporting accuracy, and increase operational efficiency.
- Contribute to initiatives that enhance financial controls and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Industry-competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee.
- PTO and holidays, including floating holidays.
- Potential for annual raises and bonuses through a pay-for-performance culture.
- Training to develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.
- Professional development and opportunities for growth and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
