Contract Accountant

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A prominent Dallas-based single-family office is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a contract engagement. Reporting to the Head of the Family Office, you would support the day-to-day accounting operations, taking hands-on responsibility for full-cycle accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and recording investment activity across multiple entities and accounts.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, self-directed accounting professional who thrives in a discreet, high-trust environment and is comfortable wearing multiple hats. This is a contract engagement working a hybrid schedule in the Arts District of Dallas.

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Disbursements

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable: receive, review, and code invoices; obtain approvals; and prepare payments via check, ACH, and wire.
• Track and categorize household, personal, property, and entity-level expenses.
• Maintain vendor records and resolve billing discrepancies.

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Reconcile bank, brokerage, and credit card accounts on a regular basis.
• Assist with cash flow monitoring and prepare financial reports for collaborative analysis with the Head of the Family Office.
• Prepare and organize documentation to support external CPA and tax advisors (e.g., K-1s, 1099s, and year-end tax packages).

General Ledger & Bookkeeping

• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts across multiple entities (trusts, LLCs, partnerships, and personal accounts).
• Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring and adjusting entries.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

Administrative & Other

• Maintain organized, confidential, and audit-ready financial records.
• Coordinate with the Head of Office, external advisors, and wealth managers.
• Support ad hoc financial projects and analysis as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required. Experience in a family office, wealth management, private investment, or high-net-worth bookkeeping or accounting preferred. 
• Solid accounts payable and full-cycle bookkeeping expertise.
• Working knowledge of investment accounting concepts — gains and losses, dividends, interest, and partnership/fund activity including capital calls and distributions preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred. Experience with investment or portfolio accounting platforms (e.g., Addepar, Sage Intacct, Archway) a plus.
• Exceptional discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment when handling sensitive personal and financial information.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with the ability to manage priorities independently.

We are an equal opportunity employer who values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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