Accounting Manager

Ardurra is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team in Dallas, TX
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SUMMARY

The Accounting Manager oversees core accounting operations and the month‑end close while serving as a people leader for the accounting team. This role combines strong technical accounting knowledge with supervisory responsibility, review, and process ownership. The Accounting Manager partners closely with the Assistant Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and continuous improvement, while remaining actively involved in day‑to‑day accounting activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Operations & Close

• Manage and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules, focusing on higher‑risk or more complex areas.
• Review work prepared by Senior and Staff Accountants, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to GAAP and company policies.
• Analyze general ledger activity and perform variance and fluctuation analyses, escalating key issues and insights to the Assistant Controller.
• Support internal and external audits by coordinating requests and reviewing audit support.
• Directly manage, coach, and develop Senior and Staff Accountants, with responsibility for day‑to‑day prioritization and workload management.
• Provide regular feedback, technical guidance, and performance input to support individual development and team effectiveness.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training of accounting staff, in partnership with the Assistant Controller.
• Serve as a first point of escalation for accounting questions and issue resolution.

Reporting, Analysis & Support

• Prepare and review recurring management reports and financial analyses.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes through analysis, reporting, and coordination with accounting staff.
• Assist with private equity, lender, or investor reporting requirements, as applicable.
• Translate detailed accounting data into clear, practical insights for internal stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Internal Controls

• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, close timelines, and documentation.
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing internal controls and accounting policies.
• Ensure consistent application of accounting procedures across the team.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Projects

• Partner with operations, project managers, and finance to support accurate reporting and business initiatives.
• Participate in firmwide initiatives and special projects, with ownership of assigned accounting work streams.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience reviewing work or leading junior staff required.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing and executing the month‑end close process, including coordination, review, and timely issue resolution.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in professional services, construction or similar environment preferred.
• Project based accounting.

Technical Skills

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Ability to research, resolve, and document complex accounting issues.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas).
• Experience with ERP systems such as Deltek, Net Suite, Sage, or similar.
• Strong data analysis skills, including experience with financial reporting and analysis tools such as Oracle Smart View or similar platforms.
• Ability to balance hands‑on accounting work with team oversight.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast‑paced close environment.
• Clear communicator with a collaborative, team‑focused leadership style.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to accuracy and integrity.

Why This Role

• This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Accountant or Accounting Supervisor ready to take on people leadership and broader ownership, while remaining closely connected to the accounting close and technical work. The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in ensuring executional excellence, developing accounting talent, and…