Senior Accounting Manager

The Point Group•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Senior Accounting Manager oversees daily accounting operations, accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and the organization’s overall financial health. The position manages general accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll coordination, financial reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing activities. It works closely with executive leadership and department managers to support financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The role also supports budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, audit preparation, and accounting process improvements. It coordinates accounting personnel and provides financial information and recommendations to leadership. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
At least five years of progressive accounting experience, including experience managing complex accounting functions.
Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
Demonstrated experience with general ledger management, financial statement preparation, and month-end and year-end closing.
Experience overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and balance-sheet reconciliations.
Working knowledge of payroll accounting, financial controls, and regulatory compliance.
Proficiency with accounting software, enterprise financial systems, and Microsoft Excel; advanced Excel proficiency for analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.
Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret financial information, identify discrepancies, and implement solutions.
Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to leadership, department managers, and external stakeholders.
Ability to collaborate across departments and work independently while maintaining accountability for departmental performance and deadlines.
High level of accuracy, integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.
Ability to evaluate accounting processes and implement improvements that strengthen financial controls and operational efficiency.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs, financial systems, and organizational priorities.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or accounting management experience.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reconciliations.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, supporting schedules, and other financial documentation.
Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Review journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and account reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
Analyze financial results, trends, and variances, and communicate findings to management.
Oversee accounts payable, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, vendor reconciliation, and expense classification.
Monitor accounts receivable, collections, payment applications, and outstanding accounts; investigate and resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
Monitor cash balances, deposits, disbursements, and financial transactions; perform and review bank and balance-sheet reconciliations.
Coordinate payroll accounting with Human Resources and payroll personnel, reconcile payroll records to the general ledger, and investigate discrepancies.
Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, cash-handling practices, and internal controls.
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and financial records.
Assist with annual budgets, financial forecasts, cash-flow reporting, budget-to-actual reports, and departmental expense monitoring.
Collaborate with department leaders to review expenditures, analyze variances, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to executive leadership to support business decisions and organizational objectives.
Coordinate with financial institutions, vendors, auditors, and other external partners.
Supervise, train, and support accounting personnel, as applicable; coordinate daily activities and priorities to meet deadlines.
Identify financial risks, discrepancies, and opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, operational efficiency, and financial controls.
Maintain organized accounting records, documentation, and departmental procedures, and promote accountability, accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.