Lead Accountant- Hybrid (3 days in office)

Vaco by Highspring; Rockwall (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Industry-leading benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading talent solutions firm in Texas is seeking a Lead Accountant to oversee the accounting integration of acquired entities. The role involves performing purchase price allocations, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards, and working closely with valuation specialists. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of acquisition accounting, and experience in audit processes. This hybrid position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Experience with ASC 805 and acquisition accounting procedures.
• Strong accounting fundamentals and understanding of integration processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform purchase price allocation (PPA) in accordance with ASC 805.
• Lead accounting onboarding of acquired entities into ERP.
• Ensure accurate consolidation of acquired entities into financial statements.

Skills

Purchase price allocation (PPA)

Financial reporting

GAAP standards

Journal entries

Job description

Lead Accountant
Garland, TX - Hybrid, 3 days onsite

One of Vaco's midmarket clients in the East Dallas area has given us the exclusive search to onboard a Lead Acquisitions Accountant due to the continued growth of the company. The company closed on 5 acquisitions this year with more transactions lined up for 2026. The Lead Accountant will be responsible for shepherding the integration process, ensuring things flow correctly, validating results, and performing technical work related to mapping, review, and process integration. This role also includes review‑level oversight over the Staff Accountants on the team.

Company offers unlimited PTO, industry‑leading benefits, and tons of “ground floor” opportunities to make an impact and grow as the company grows.

Compensation: $120‑130K + bonus.

Day‑to‑Day

• Perform purchase price allocation (PPA) in accordance with ASC 805.
• Record acquisition‑related journal entries, including goodwill, intangibles, and fair‑value adjustments.
• Support valuation specialists and auditors with acquisition‑related documentation.
• Track and account for transaction costs, earn‑outs, and contingent consideration.
• Lead accounting onboarding of acquired entities into ERP and financial systems.
• Align acquired company accounting policies with corporate GAAP standards.
• Assist with chart of accounts mapping and opening balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support integration of payroll, AR/AP, fixed assets, and revenue recognition processes.
• Prepare and review monthly close entries related to acquisitions.
• Ensure accurate consolidation of acquired entities into financial statements.
• Reconcile acquisition‑related balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain documentation supporting acquisition accounting and integrations.
• Assist with internal and external audits related to M&A activity.

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business.

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