About the Senior Accountant Role at Robert Half

Robert Half Finance and Accounting has partnered exclusively with a premier manufacturing company boasting over 40 years of proven success. This industry leader is in an exhilarating phase of rapid expansion, planning to double its business size within the next 2-3 years. To fuel this ambitious growth, they're creating a brand-new Senior Accountant position in Dallas, Texas. This isn't just a job—it's a career-defining opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and wants to take ownership of critical financial functions.

As a Senior Accountant, you'll be at the heart of the company's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight as the organization scales. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you'll have unparalleled exposure to executive decision-making, process optimization, and operational partnerships. If you love driving process improvements, analyzing costs in a manufacturing context, and building scalable systems, this role offers the perfect platform to showcase your expertise while positioning yourself for rapid advancement.

Why This Senior Accountant Position Stands Out

✨ Join during a major growth phase with plans to double the business
✨ Work hand-in-hand with C-suite leaders and operations teams
✨ Shape accounting systems, ERP implementations, and best practices
✨ Enjoy a clear runway for promotion into leadership roles
✨ Thrive in an employee-first culture that treats you like family

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant will oversee core accounting functions in this high-growth manufacturing firm. Your impact will be immediate and far-reaching:

• Lead the full month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion
• Maintain impeccable financial records compliant with GAAP standards
• Perform in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Drive cost accounting initiatives to optimize manufacturing expenses and profitability
• Prepare comprehensive financial statements, management reports, and KPIs for leadership
• Coordinate and support internal/external audits, serving as the primary point of contact
• Mentor and guide junior accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team
• Identify and implement process improvements to support scaling operations
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, sales, and executive teams on strategic initiatives
• Assist in ERP system enhancements and integration of new financial technologies

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Senior Accountant role, you'll bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and growth mindset:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's or CPA preferred)
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing or scaling businesses
• Deep expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close leadership
• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost accounting and variance analysis
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and implement best practices
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with non-finance stakeholders
• Proven track record of mentoring teams and managing audit processes
• Adaptability to thrive in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments

This role demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can balance tactical execution with strategic vision.

Why Join Us? Exceptional Benefits & Culture

Beyond competitive compensation (estimated $95,000-$125,000 base, depending on experience), this Senior Accountant position offers unmatched rewards:

• Rapid Career Growth: Clear path to Controller or Finance Director as the company doubles in size
• Leadership Exposure: Direct access to executives shaping a 40+ year legacy
• Employee-First Culture: Family-like atmosphere with genuine care for team members
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, PTO, and more
• Unique Perks: Fully stocked kitchen with premium snacks/drinks, team events, flexible hours
• Impactful Work: Play a pivotal role in transformative growth initiatives

This Dallas, TX-based opportunity is perfect for Senior Accountants seeking more than a job—it's a launchpad for your career in a thriving manufacturing powerhouse partnered with Robert Half.

Ready to advance? Contact Kevin Sweet directly at 682-499-1882 or Kevin.Sweet@RobertHalf.com for confidential consideration.