What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Benchmark Search?
We’ve been exclusively retained to hire an Accounting Manager to lead accounting and financial reporting for a private, multi-entity organization based in Dallas.
This is a high-trust, high-visibility role where you’ll communicate directly with key stakeholders and senior leadership. Perfect for a hands-on accounting professional who values autonomy, precision, and predictable work-life balance, all without managing a team.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- High impact: Direct line to senior leaders, advisors, and decision-makers who rely on your insights.
- Broad exposure: Corporate, investment, and personal entity accounting — far more variety than a typical industry role.
- Ownership without people management: No direct reports; full responsibility for accuracy, process, and communication.
- Stable, trusted environment: Join a values-driven organization where confidentiality, accuracy, and relationships come first.
- Career growth: Expand into budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as you demonstrate results.
What You’ll Do
- Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close with complete ownership of reporting deliverables.
- Prepare financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to ensure timely, accurate processing.
- Perform and review bank account reconciliations and general ledger (GL) reconciliations.
- Manage cash flow, payables, receivables, and reimbursement activity.
- Partner with external tax and audit firms; support filings and year-end processes.
- Build and monitor budgets and forecasts, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights.
- Communicate regularly and professionally with key stakeholders and leadership.
- Maintain strong internal controls, organized records, and compliance with policies.
- Uphold absolute confidentiality and contribute to a positive, collaborative culture.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Active CPA license required.
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience (financial reporting, GL, month-end close).
- Experience reconciling bank accounts and supervising AP/AR functions.
- Excellent communication skills with confidence in stakeholder engagement.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills; detail-oriented and proactive.
- Proven discretion in handling sensitive information.
Bonus Experience
- Familiarity with investment or multi-entity accounting.
- Track record of process improvement and strengthening financial controls.