Sr. Accounting Manager

Oliver James; Texas; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead a 6-8 member accounting team, driving month-end close, US GAAP financial reporting, and ASC 606 revenue recognition. The role is fully remote, but candidates must reside in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and an active CPA, with at least 8 years in insurance accounting and 3 years in people leadership. Strong cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Active CPA certification.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting or finance experience within the insurance sector.
• At least 3 years of experience managing and leading accounting teams.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and US GAAP, with the ability to proactively identify, assess, and communicate potential accounting issues.
• Extensive hands-on experience with account reconciliations.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to oversee, mentor, and develop accounting professionals through clear direction, performance management, coaching, and ongoing training.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 6-8 accounting professionals.
• Oversee month-end close process.
• Manage US GAAP financial reporting.
• Ensure ASC 606 revenue recognition compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

US GAAP

ASC 606

Account reconciliations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Job description

Our client, a well-established leader in the insurance industry, is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead one of its business-critical accounting teams amid continued company growth. This individual will oversee a team of approximately 6-8 professionals and take ownership of key accounting functions, including month-end close, US GAAP financial reporting, and revenue recognition (ASC 606). The role is currently fully remote but requires candidates who reside in the DFW area.

Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Active CPA certification required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting or finance experience within the insurance sector.
• At least 3 years of experience managing and leading accounting teams.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and US GAAP, with the ability to proactively identify, assess, and communicate potential accounting issues.
• Extensive hands-on experience with account reconciliations.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to oversee, mentor, and develop accounting professionals through clear direction, performance management, coaching, and ongoing training.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.