Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking a Senior Accountant for an opportunity with a leading, high profile  organization in the DFW area. This role serves as a key financial partner to operational leadership, driving strategic decision-making, financial planning, and process improvements across the business.

Responsibilities:
• Partner with senior leadership to manage departmental financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including cost analysis, capital project evaluations, and scenario modeling
• Oversee daily financial operations such as accruals, account analysis, and funding oversight for contracts and projects
• Provide guidance on complex accounting and financial matters, ensuring alignment with GAAP and organizational standards
• Develop and enhance processes to improve financial efficiency and reporting accuracy
• Lead financial review meetings, presenting insights and actionable recommendations to leadership
• Mentor and support junior finance team members while fostering a strong financial discipline across departments

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 6+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or business analysis
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial modeling concepts such as NPV and IRR
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• CPA highly preferred

Compensation and Benefits:
• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours
• Location: On-site
• Salary: $107,000 – $122,000 annually, based on experience
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off

If you are an experienced payroll professional with a proven track record of leadership and expertise, we invite you to apply today and take the next step in your career with a company committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.