Lead Accountant, (100K-110K+Bonus)

LHH; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A privately held services organization in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Lead Senior Accountant to oversee full-cycle accounting and financial reporting. In this high-visibility role, you will prepare financial statements, manage accounts payable and receivable, and ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, at least five years of accounting experience, advanced Excel skills, and leadership capabilities. A competitive salary of $100K-$110K plus bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive full-cycle accounting experience.
• Ownership of multi-entity financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and cash-to accrual reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close for two entities and present financial statements.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Oversee accounts-payable and accounts-receivable workflows.
• Maintain general ledger and balance-sheet schedules.
• Monitor ERP activity and correct data issues.
• Partner on inventory counts and financial analysis.
• Supervise and develop one AP/AR clerk.
• Ensure audit readiness across all processes.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Financial reporting

U.S. GAAP

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Datacor

Sage 100

Job description

LHH is seeking a Lead Senior Accountant for a privately held services organization in Dallas, Texas. In this high-visibility role you will own full-cycle accounting and monthly financial reporting for two growing operating companies within the group.

100K-110K+Bonus

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close for two entities, preparing and presenting complete financial statements to the Controller, CFO, and Director of FP&A.
• Produce and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy as the organization migrates from cash- to accrual-basis accounting.
• Oversee daily accounts-payable and -receivable workflow—approving vouchers, coding expenses, scheduling payments, posting deposits, and driving timely collections.
• Maintain a clean general ledger and balance-sheet schedules, resolving discrepancies before period-end deadlines.
• Monitor ERP activity for production, inventory, purchasing, and customer rebates; investigate variances and correct data issues.
• Partner with the Director of Operations on inventory counts, monthly reviews, and ad-hoc financial analysis that supports strategic decisions.
• Supervise and develop one AP/AR clerk, setting priorities and fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Uphold internal controls and corporate accounting policies, ensuring audit readiness across all processes.

Client Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least five years of progressive full-cycle accounting experience.
• Documented ownership of multi-entity financial‑statement preparation and analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the ability to translate cash‑basis activity to accrual reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (pivot tables, V‑lookups) and prior ERP experience; Datacor or Sage 100 familiarity is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with leadership and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and solve problems in a fast‑growing environment.
• Prior supervisory experience - or readiness to coach and oversee an AP/AR professional - is highly desirable.