What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Technical Accounting position at NexPoint?
Description
NexPoint is a multibillion-dollar alternative investment firm based in Dallas, Texas. The firm is structured around three major business areas: real estate, corporate credit and equities, and insurance solutions. NexPoint’s businesses span asset classes, industries, and strategies, providing the flexibility to invest across capital structures and market environments. Serving a diverse client base, NexPoint’s investment strategies are offered in a range of vehicles and fund structures, including mutual funds, public and private REITs, tax-advantaged vehicles, private funds, and separate accounts. For more information visit nexpoint.com.
Summary
We’re seeking a Sr. Manager, Technical Accounting to serve as the firm’s technical accounting leader within our fund accounting team. This role will own complex accounting interpretation, policy development, and audit support across our investment platform.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the technical accounting subject-matter expert for fund and investment-related accounting matters
- Research and interpret U.S. GAAP; draft clear, audit-ready technical accounting memos
- Lead implementation of new accounting standards and policy updates
- Partner closely with Fund Accounting, Valuation, Tax, Legal, and Operations
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting from a technical perspective
- Act as a key liaison with external auditors and third-party service providers
- Strengthen accounting policies, documentation standards, and internal controls
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, including workflow automation
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to accounting professionals
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field)
- CPA required
- 8 years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting and/or asset management)
- Strong technical accounting background with proven GAAP research experience
- Experience supporting investment funds, complex transactions, or multi-entity structures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to partner confidently with senior leaders and external auditors
- Fund accounting exposure (registered funds, private funds, REITs, or complex investment vehicles) preferred
- Process improvement mindset; experience modernizing accounting workflows
Compensation & Benefits
NexPoint offers a competitive base salary and bonus based on experience and performance. NexPoint offers a generous benefits package that includes an industry leading health insurance plan with no employee premiums or deductibles and a 401(k) plan with employer match. NexPoint’s talented professionals share a passion for excellence, commitment to teamwork, and pride based on the firm’s track record in the alternative investment industry. NexPoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.