Accountant Lead - Financial Close and Consolidation

Lead Accountant - Financial Close & ConsolidationThis position requires a flexible professional who can drive change, identify, and resolve issues, is a problem solver and is able to work with multiple stakeholders. This position will be responsible for preparation and review of the monthly balance sheet and income statement and monitor the accounts for inter-company reporting, consolidations, and selected account reconciliations. The Accounting Lead provides support for month-end close, audit, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and financial reporting. He/she must be detail oriented, have advanced problem-solving skills, solid verbal and written communication, and excellent relationship building skills, as well as strong leadership and team management skillsIn the RolePreparation and review of the monthly balance sheet and income statement in accordance with GAAP.Monitor and review the monthly consolidation process and balancing of intercompany accounts.Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for multiple accounts.Audit support, internal and external audits including organizing, coordinating, and ensuring timely receipt of information requests in support of the audit.SOX support and compliance, ensuring assisting with maintaining adequate segregation of duties, documentation, and controls over financial reporting for assigned responsibilities.Collaborate with IT on various system issues and or enhancements.Ensure adherence to accounting policies and principles.Detailed research and analysis as assigned.RequirementsAbility to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environmentBachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent4+ years of experience in financial services or related field preferredExcellent technical research, writing, and communication skillsProficient in use of Excel and WordAbility to think, and work, independently resolving challenging issuesPreferredCPA or CPA candidate is a plusPublic Accounting experience with a national or large regional firm a plusMBA or master’s degree in accounting a plusOracle General Ledger and OneStream Financial Reporting experience is a plusConsolidation knowledge is a plusLocation: Irving Texas – Flexible Hybrid scheduleOur Las Colinas Office offers some unique perks. We have free covered parking, on-site fitness center and we’re in walking distance to the new Music Factory Entertainment complex, with excellent dining and social gathering options. Our Controller's Culture Committee is focused on building and maintaining a great place to work, and our NASBA Sponsorship supports meeting our Team Members CPE Requirements. You will have exposure to Capital Markets, SEC Reporting, Loan Accounting, Close/Consolidations, Policy/Technical Accounting, SOX and other key functions. We have a casual, collaborative and flexible work environment with many opportunities for growth and development.