Lead GL Accountant — Month-End Close & GAAP Expert

CommUnityCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CommUnityCare is seeking a Lead Accountant to act as the technical lead for the General Ledger, ensuring integrity of accounting records and timely financial reporting. You will lead the monthly close, prepare complex journal entries, and support internal controls, audits, and grant accounting with independence and adherence to GAAP.

The role collaborates with the Controller and Accounting Manager to improve processes and ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and organizational

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced general ledger and financial reporting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP financial systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review complex journal entries and reconcile the general ledger.
• Support internal controls, audits, and grant accounting activities.
• Provide technical accounting expertise and identify process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General Ledger and financial reporting

Analytical and problem solving

ERP financial systems

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

5 years accounting experience

Tools

ERP financial systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CommUnityCare is seeking a Lead Accountant to act as the technical lead for the General Ledger, ensuring integrity of accounting records and timely financial reporting. You will lead the monthly close, prepare complex journal entries, and support internal controls, audits, and grant accounting with independence and adherence to GAAP.

The role collaborates with the Controller and Accounting Manager to improve processes and ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and organizational