Senior Accountant

Lewis & Ellis Inc. • Plano, TX

3d • $92,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Accounting gets messy. You don't. If you're the person who finds the root cause fast, fixes the process, and prevents the issue from coming back, we should talk. L&E is looking for a senior accountant from a professional services environment (law/engineering/consulting or similar) who can mentor junior staff and grow into a larger leadership role. Lewis & Ellis (L&E) is a nationally recognized actuarial consulting firm with a legacy of excellence since 1968. With over 50 actuaries nationwide and a global client base, we provide expert consulting services across life, health, and property & casualty insurance. Our commitment to innovation and personalized service makes us a trusted partner in navigating complex actuarial challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 4–6+ years of progressive accounting experience with strong ownership of month-end close.
• Demonstrated lead-level capability (reviewing others' work, coaching junior staff, or serving as the close go-to).
• Strong GAAP knowledge; financial reporting experience is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivots, lookups, nested formulas, SUMIFS, etc.); NetSuite or similar ERP preferred.
• Professional services experience (law/engineering/consulting or similar); WIP/job/project costing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month, quarter, and year-end close (journal entries, accruals, reconciliations).
• Deliver key reporting and variance analysis; flag issues early and recommend fixes.
• Review GL activity and supporting data to identify and resolve errors and gaps.
• Coordinate audit and tax support (schedules, documentation, auditor requests).
• Coach junior accountants on GAAP, close routines, and best practices.
• Improve processes and controls in NetSuite, supporting acquisition integrations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• 401(k), Roth and profit-sharing plans including a guaranteed 3% employer contribution to 401(k).
• Health, Dental, and Vision with optional Life and Disability insurance.
• PTO + holidays.
• Opportunity for personal and professional development.
• A team that values individuality and aims for excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level