Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a Contract assignment with a service-focused organization in Dallas, Texas. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide the general ledger and reconciliation team, and help ensure accurate and timely month-end financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, a background in public company accounting, and deep knowledge of GAAP in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Lead daily activities for the general ledger and bank reconciliation function, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely completion of assigned work.
• Direct the month-end close process by reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain reliable financial records.
• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals, creating clear priorities and promoting accountability across the group.
• Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards and financial reporting requirements, including GAAP and other relevant regulations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors to support financial statement audits and respond to documentation requests efficiently.
• Review balance sheet activity and account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and strengthen overall controls.
• Prepare and analyze reporting materials that help leadership understand financial results, trends, and areas requiring attention.
• Use strong Excel and ERP system expertise to improve reporting accuracy, streamline workflows, and support ongoing accounting operations.

Qualifications:

• CPA designation is required, along with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including meaningful exposure to public company environments.
• Prior success leading and developing accounting staff, with direct people management experience required.
• Strong command of month-end close, general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliation processes.
• Experience supporting financial statement audits and working within a structured, compliance-driven accounting environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hands-on experience using enterprise accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-moving setting.

Compensation

$62.00-$68.00 Hourly

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