Accounting Manager: Lead Finance Ops & Process Improvements

Benchmark Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Search is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the close process, ensure GL accuracy, and deliver timely financial reporting. You will lead and develop a team, driving workflow improvements across a growing organization.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, multi-entity accounting, and advanced Excel/ERP skills, with a focus on internal controls and strategic insights for leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP, general ledger, and month-end close expertise.
• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting professionals.
• Multi-entity accounting and intercompany experience.
• Advanced Excel and accounting/ERP system proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Drive month-end close, general ledger accuracy, and financial reporting.
• Lead and develop accounting staff while improving workflows.
• Manage reconciliations, accruals, and multi-entity accounting.
• Strengthen internal controls and support audit readiness.
• Improve accounting systems, reporting, and automation.
• Oversee payroll accounting and related compliance.
• Provide meaningful financial insights to leadership.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Month-end close

Staff leadership

Multi-entity accounting

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Communication skills

Process improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or related field

CPA (preferred)

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Benchmark Search is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the close process, ensure GL accuracy, and deliver timely financial reporting. You will lead and develop a team, driving workflow improvements across a growing organization.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, multi-entity accounting, and advanced Excel/ERP skills, with a focus on internal controls and strategic insights for leadership.