Senior Accountant - Addison, TX - Hybrid (95k-100k)

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Senior Accountant for a multi-entity organization with regional operations. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and familiarity with SOX controls, general ledger, reconciliations, and financial close.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. Collaboration across departments and supporting audit activities are key components of the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial statements, and accounting principles/theory.
• Understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities in accordance with U.S. GAAP and policies.
• Perform transactional and operational accounting for assigned entities and areas.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations using GL data and information from internal/external sources.
• Analyze GL account fluctuations and investigate variances.
• Review and interpret accounting records, financial statements, and related information.
• Research and resolve accounting questions and provide explanations to stakeholders.
• Support internal and external audits, including workpapers and auditor inquiries.
• Assist with SOX/internal control testing and documentation.
• Follow accounting policies, procedures, and controls while identifying process improvements.
• Participate in accounting initiatives, special projects, and other assignments as needed.
• Communicate accounting issues and findings to management promptly.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

SOX controls

General ledger accounting

Account reconciliations

Financial close processes

Audit support

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

LHH is seeking a Senior Accountant on behalf of an established organization with a complex, multi-entity accounting environment and operations spanning multiple regions. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with 3+ years of experience, strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX controls, and hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial close, and audit support. The ideal candidate will be analytical, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring transactions comply with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Perform transactional and operational accounting activities for assigned entities and functional areas.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and records.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger, internal departments, and external sources.
• Analyze general ledger account fluctuations and investigate variances or unusual activity.
• Review and interpret accounting records, financial statements, and related financial information.
• Research and resolve accounting and financial questions and provide clear explanations to internal stakeholders.
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of workpapers and responses to auditor requests and inquiries.
• Assist with SOX/internal control testing and documentation.
• Follow established accounting policies, procedures, and controls while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Participate in accounting initiatives, special projects, and other operational assignments as needed.
• Communicate accounting issues, exceptions, and relevant findings to management in a timely manner.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial statements, and accounting principles/theory.
• Understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.