Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant with not-for-profit experience to join a CPA firm in Dallas, Texas. This role supports a wide range of accounting and tax engagements, combining hands-on technical work with client service, financial reporting, and review responsibilities. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, solid knowledge of accounting standards, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering accurate, timely results.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate accounting and tax engagements from initial planning through completion, including tracking time and expense budgets against actual performance.

• Examine complex bank and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of discrepancies.

• Prepare and review quarterly payroll tax filings, property tax reports, and federal and state income tax returns for a variety of client needs.

• Manage advanced financial reporting assignments, including engagements involving multiple entities or locations, and produce clear, compliant deliverables.

• Review accounting work prepared by team members and provide guidance to improve accuracy, documentation, and overall quality.

• Support year-end tax planning activities by identifying planning opportunities and helping clients address upcoming filing considerations.

• Assemble and organize work papers and perform procedures required for compilation and review engagements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

• Supervise and mentor staff by assigning work, answering technical questions, and coaching them on proper work paper preparation and engagement execution.

• Prepare compiled and reviewed financial statements, including footnote disclosures, and communicate project status updates to firm leadership on a regular basis.

• Assist clients with accounting software training, respond to tax notices through drafted correspondence for approval, prepare invoices, and handle additional client accounting support projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in month-end close activities, general ledger maintenance, and preparation of journal entries.
• Strong background in account reconciliation and the review of bank reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of financial statement preparation, tax return preparation, and applicable accounting principles.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget expectations.
• Experience reviewing work for accuracy and adherence to quality standards and firm policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with clients, staff, and firm leadership.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to train client personnel when needed.

Compensation

$90,000.00-$100,000.00 Yearly

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