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Sr. Accounting Manager
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What they do
An Accounting Manager manages the accounting department of a company or organization. Directs the accounting staff that prepare financial statements and business activity and forecasting reports and tax filings. Monitors accounting data. Implements and manages accounting policies and procedures. Advises management with regard to finance decisions.
$146,516 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Sr. Accounting Manager at Robert Half Sr. Accounting Manager at Robert Half in Grand Prairie, Texas Posted in 3 days ago.
Type:
full-time We are currently partnering with a rapidly growing, publicly traded organization to identify a Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting . This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing the corporate accounting close process, managing a team of accountants, and supporting a strong internal control environment within a public company.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Close Ownership Own the monthly and quarterly corporate accounting close process, including close calendar management, task assignments, and timely completion Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and appropriate documentation Oversee accounting activities for an assigned portfolio of accounts, including estimates, accruals, and significant judgments Identify transactions, contracts, and balances requiring accounting evaluation and partner with stakeholders to ensure appropriate treatment Collaborate closely with SEC Reporting to support external reporting requirements and eliminate downstream rework Drive process improvements that reduce close cycle time while maintaining a strong control environment Internal Controls & Compliance Execute and oversee key internal controls over financial reporting, including reconciliation and analytical review controls Maintain documentation supporting control execution, testing, and audit requirements Own and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and standard operating documentation for assigned areas Partner with Internal Audit and external auditors during quarterly reviews, annual audits, and SOX compliance activities Identify control gaps, recommend enhancements, and support remediation efforts Systems & Process Improvement Lead automation and standardization initiatives across accounting and close processes Partner with IT and Financial Systems teams on ERP enhancements, reporting improvements, and system implementations Expand the use of automation and AI-enabled tools to improve review processes, reconciliations, and documentation quality Develop scalable accounting processes to support continued organizational growth Leadership & Team Development Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals while establishing clear accountability and performance expectations Provide technical coaching and professional development opportunities across the accounting function Promote a culture of ownership, collaboration, process discipline, and continuous improvement
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field CPA required Minimum of 2 years of Big 4 public accounting experience required 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience supporting an SEC registrant or public company environment 2+ years of direct people management experience Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control over financial reporting Experience managing monthly or quarterly close processes and reviewing work prepared by others Strong technical accounting foundation with the ability to identify and evaluate complex transactions Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Why This Opportunity? High-visibility role with significant interaction across Finance leadership and executive stakeholders Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing public company environment Direct involvement in process improvement, automation, and scalability initiatives Collaborative culture focused on professional development and continuous improvement
Benefits
- Professional Development