Accounting Manager

• Location: Dallas, Texas
• Type: Dallas:Fin/Acct/HR:Direct Hire
• Job #10670

Accounting Manager 10670

Responsible for the overall fiscal and accounting control of the organization (which includes both our US and Canadian entity), including, but not limited to, responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll processing, auditing, receipts, disbursements, and fixed assets.

Main Accountabilities and Activities

• Maintains general ledger schedules (accrued expenses, prepaids, deferred lease, tax liability)
• Maintains Fixed assets, item creation, depreciation and reconciliation
• Post payroll journals including bi-weekly payroll, vacation accrual, bonus accrual & accrued payroll
• Review A/P functions ex.: post invoices, new vendor setup, payment runs, internal controls & journals
• Review A/R functions, approve journals/schedules, develop process improvements
• Orchestrate month end close, approve journals & reconciliations, trial balance review, complete closing cockpit in SAP and ensure the preliminary financials are ready for review
• Prepare statement of cash flows, comparative P&L and balance sheet monthly
• Reconcile intercompany balances in Tagetik mid-year and year end
• Bank Reconciliations for main checking and payroll accounts
• Maintain inventory costing, new item setup and PPV adjustments
• Finance lead for internal/external audits
• Implements after-audit recommendations into financial policies and procedures in the sphere of responsibility
• General ledger account maintenance – submit requests to CEO for approval & implement
• Maintain Month End Close Tracker for employee tasks, reconciliation setup, new ledger account setup, new entities
• Assist with implementing, maintaining and documenting internal controls and procedures
• File annual business license, Business Property Statement & other compliance filings as requested
• Review and post monthly expense report journals
• Assist with budget preparation as needed
• Review petty cash fund ensuring balance and reconciliations are accurate
• Concur admin, review/approve reports, download monthly AMEX report and post to G/L
• Finance lead for ERP implementations / changes
• Is responsible for motivation, organization and development of team employees according to local HR guidelines (A/P clerk, staff accountant)
• AMEX topics / Tradeshift
• Participating in meetings with other areas to assess impact on accounting
• Adjusts the company’s policies and practices to meet any changes in legislation and internal changes to internal accounting guidelines
• Maintains and updates the company’s tax policy in line with current laws.
• Is responsible for the verification of all the tax statements, declarations, information for external institutions, Country Management or the Group.
• Supervises the execution of tax declarations and settlements based on the information to be provided to the CPAs.

Key Challenges Faced in the Job

• Managing multiple concurrent deadlines, including monthly close, tax filings, and mid-year/year-end reporting
• Balancing day-to-day operational responsibilities with strategic initiatives and system improvements
• Ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across all accounting functions
• Coordinating cross-functional activities while maintaining strong internal controls

Relations and Interactions
Internal Relations

• Group Auditors – internal audit execution
• Corporate Finance & Consolidation – financial reporting alignment
• Executive Leadership Team
• Cross-functional departments, including:
  • Logistics – inventory processes and stock postings
  • HR – payroll and compensation-related accounting

External Relations

• External Auditors – annual audit coordination
• Tax Advisors – tax compliance, analysis, and advisory

Know-How and Competencies
Technical Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5+ years of experience leading or supervising an accounting team
• Strong knowledge of U.S. accounting and tax regulations; familiarity with Canadian regulations is a plus
• Experience with SAP (FI/CO or ByDesign) preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Core Competencies

• Builds trust and credibility through integrity and accountability
• Demonstrates agility and a strong capacity for continuous learning
• Collaborates effectively across teams and functions
• Action-oriented with a focus on delivering results
• Resourceful problem solver with strong critical thinking skills