On-site Senior Accountant — Strategic Partner to Leadership

CornerStone Professional Placement; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 107,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking a Senior Accountant for an opportunity with a leading, high profile organization in the DFW area. This role serves as a key financial partner to operational leadership, driving strategic decision-making, financial planning, and process improvements across the business.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to manage departmental financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including cost analysis, capital project evaluations, and scenario modeling
• Oversee daily financial operations such as accruals, account analysis, and funding oversight for contracts and projects
• Provide guidance on complex accounting and financial matters, ensuring alignment with GAAP and organizational standards
• Develop and enhance processes to improve financial efficiency and reporting accuracy
• Lead financial review meetings, presenting insights and actionable recommendations to leadership
• Mentor and support junior finance team members while fostering a strong financial discipline across departments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 6+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or business analysis
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial modeling concepts such as NPV and IRR
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• CPA highly preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, standard business hours
• Location: On-site
• Salary: $107,000 - $122,000 annually, based on experience
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off