Accounting Manager

RODELL SEARCH; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for growth

Collaboration with high-net-worth families

Job summary

A prominent high-net-worth family office is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join its finance team in Austin, Texas. This role encompasses managing accounting for complex entities, aviation operations, and multi-entity reporting. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 5-10+ years of experience, ideally within a family office or public accounting environment. The position promises a collaborative culture and opportunities for meaningful engagement with family office leadership.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in family offices or public accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and multi-entity accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record timely, accurate journal entries across multiple entities.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Handle specialized accounting for aviation operations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or progress toward CPA

Job description

Accounting Manager – High Net Worth Family Office, Reporting to Controller / Chief Accounting Officer

Location: Austin, Texas

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Overview

A prominent high-net-worth family office based in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join its close-knit, high-performing finance team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a dynamic environment that includes complex entities, aviation operations, leasing activity, and multi-entity reporting. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, enhancing existing processes, and supporting strategic initiatives across the family’s portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Month-End Responsibilities

• Prepare and record timely, accurate journal entries across multiple entities.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations to ensure financial integrity.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring proper classification, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met.

Aviation & Leasing Accounting

• Handle specialized accounting for aviation operations, including aircraft-related expenses, cost allocations, utilization tracking, and compliance with aviation-specific reporting requirements.
• Manage accounting for leasing activities, including lease schedules, payment tracking, amortization, and compliance with ASC lease accounting guidelines.
• Coordinate with operations, legal, and external partners to ensure accurate and timely reporting for aviation and leasing entities.
• Prepare internal financial statements, management reports, variance analyses, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with consolidated reporting across multiple entities and investments.
• Support external tax and audit partners by providing well-organized, accurate workpapers and documentation.

Process Improvement & Operations Support

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Implement improved workflows, templates, and documentation practices to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Support ad hoc projects, including new system implementations, automation efforts, and reporting enhancements.
• Provide financial insights and support decision-making for family office leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or progress toward CPA strongly preferred.
• 5–10+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within a family office, private company, aviation environment, real estate/leasing, or public accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and multi-entity accounting.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High degree of discretion, professionalism, and integrity.

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to work directly with a sophisticated high-net-worth family and leadership team.
• Exposure to diverse, interesting entities—including tech, aviation, leasing, and investment activities.
• Stable, long-term environment with meaningful work and room to grow.
• Collaborative team culture with a focus on excellence, trust, and continuous improvement.