What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Accountant, (100K-115K+Bonus) position at LHH?
LHH is seeking a Lead Senior Accountant for a privately held services organization in Dallas, Texas. In this high-visibility role you will own full-cycle accounting and monthly financial reporting for two growing operating companies within the group.
In addition to holding a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a solid grasp of U.S. GAAP, the ideal candidate will bring 5 years of full-cycle general-ledger experience, advanced Excel skills, proven financial-statement ownership for multiple entities, and the communication savvy to partner with operations leaders while guiding an AP/AR clerk. If you would like to join a dynamic company with significant room for advancement and excellent work/life balance, apply today
This position pays 100K-115K Bonus and offers working hours flexibility.
Responsibilities:
- Produce and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy as the organization migrates from cash- to accrual-basis accounting
- Oversee daily accounts-payable and -receivable workflow—approving vouchers, coding expenses, scheduling payments, posting deposits, and driving timely collections
- Maintain a clean general ledger and balance-sheet schedules, resolving discrepancies before period-end deadlines.
- Monitor ERP activity for production, inventory, purchasing, and customer rebates; investigate variances and correct data issues.
- Partner with the Director of Operations on inventory counts, monthly reviews, and ad-hoc financial analysis that supports strategic decisions
- Supervise and develop one AP/AR clerk, setting priorities and fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvements
- Uphold internal controls and corporate accounting policies, ensuring audit readiness across all processes.
Client Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least five years of progressive full-cycle accounting expense.
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the ability to translate cash-basis activity to accrual reporting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (pivot tables, V-lookups) and prior ERP experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with leadership and external partners
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and solve problems in a fast-growing environment
- Prior supervisory experience - or readiness to coach and oversee an AP/AR professional - is highly desireable