Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Dallas, Texas on a Contract basis. This role will serve as a key connection between the internal accounting function and the external tax team, helping ensure financial information is accurate, deadlines are met, and tax-related requests are handled efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Act as the primary point of coordination between the accounting department and external tax partners to support timely communication and issue resolution.
• Prepare and review account, bank, and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain the accuracy of financial records.
• Record and post journal entries to the general ledger while ensuring proper supporting documentation is in place.
• Support month-end close activities by analyzing financial data, resolving discrepancies, and helping deliver accurate reporting on schedule.
• Monitor tax filing calendars, follow up on open questions, and track important deadlines to reduce compliance risk.
• Research accounting variances and respond to information requests from internal stakeholders and external tax contacts.
• Work within financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP to manage transactions, reporting, and reconciliation activities.
• Use Microsoft Excel to organize data, perform analysis, and prepare schedules that support accounting and tax processes.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with strong knowledge of general ledger activity and financial close processes.
• Hands-on expertise with account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, bank reconciliations, and journal entry preparation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze large data sets and prepare detailed supporting schedules.
• Experience working with ERP platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with external tax teams and internal accounting stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and follow through on outstanding items.