Lead Accountant

Jobtailor; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Flower Mound, TX is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee month-end close, ensure GAAP compliance, and support internal controls and financial reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory adherence, and continuous process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires strong accounting foundations, 4+ years of experience, and CPA certification or Big 4 experience preferred. Proficiency with Hyperion and BlackLine is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Solid understanding of GAAP principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• CPA certification or Big 4 experience preferred.
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management and BlackLine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional meetings to resolve issues and implement process improvements.
• Complete month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Execute SOX internal controls.
• Prepare quarterly SEC reporting schedules.
• Conduct GAAP research and draft accounting position memos.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen financial integrity.

Skills

SOX compliance

GAAP expertise

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business

CPA certification or Big 4 experience (preferred)

Tools

Hyperion Financial Management

BlackLine

Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional meetings to resolve issues and implement process improvements
• Complete month‑end close activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Execute SOX internal controls
• Prepare quarterly SEC reporting schedules
• Conduct GAAP research and draft accounting position memos
• Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen financial integrity

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting or finance
• Solid understanding of GAAP principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• CPA certification or experience with a Big 4 accounting firm (preferred)
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management and Blackline software (preferred)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in GAAP principles and financial reporting, with a strong focus on process improvements and compliance. Proficient in executing SOX internal controls and managing month‑end close activities to ensure financial integrity.