Contract Accountant

07/01/2026 Job ID: 930

Contract Accountant

Dallas, Texas Contract NA Home/Office Hybrid Accounting Recruiter: Lynn Danen

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A prominent Dallas-based single-family office is seeking an experienced Contract Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping operations of the office. Reporting to the Head of the Family Office, this is a hands-on generalist role responsible 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 part-time contract engagement of approximately 30 hours per week on a hybrid schedule based in Dallas, Texas.
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.
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.
Investment Accounting
  • Record investment activity from custodian, brokerage, and fund manager statements — including realized and unrealized gains and losses, dividends, interest, and other income.
  • Track capital calls, distributions, and contributions for private fund and partnership investments.
  • Reconcile investment holdings and activity to statements and support periodic portfolio reporting.
Reconciliations & Reporting
  • Reconcile bank, brokerage, and credit card accounts on a regular basis.
  • Assist with cash flow monitoring and periodic financial reporting to 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).
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
  • 5+ years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience; one year of family office, wealth management, private investment, or high-net-worth bookkeeping or accounting experience required. 
  • 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.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred; experience with investment or portfolio accounting platforms (e.g., Addepar, Sage Intacct, Archway) a plus.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • 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.
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Engagement Details
Type:  Contract / part-time
Hours:  Approximately 30 hours per week
Location:  Dallas, Texas — hybrid schedule
Reports to:  Head of the Family Office
A prominent Dallas-based single-family office is seeking an experienced Contract Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping operations of the office. Reporting to the Head of the Family Office, this is a hands-on generalist role responsible 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 part-time contract engagement of approximately 30 hours per week on a hybrid schedule based in Dallas, Texas.
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.
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.
Investment Accounting
  • Record investment activity from custodian, brokerage, and fund manager statements — including realized and unrealized gains and losses, dividends, interest, and other income.
  • Track capital calls, distributions, and contributions for private fund and partnership investments.
  • Reconcile investment holdings and activity to statements and support periodic portfolio reporting.
Reconciliations & Reporting
  • Reconcile bank, brokerage, and credit card accounts on a regular basis.
  • Assist with cash flow monitoring and periodic financial reporting to 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).
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
  • 5+ years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience; one year of family office, wealth management, private investment, or high-net-worth bookkeeping or accounting experience required. 
  • 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.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred; experience with investment or portfolio accounting platforms (e.g., Addepar, Sage Intacct, Archway) a plus.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • 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.
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Engagement Details
Type:  Contract / part-time
Hours:  Approximately 30 hours per week
Location:  Dallas, Texas — hybrid schedule
Reports to:  Head of the Family Office
 

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