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Lead Accountant - Financial Close & Consolidation
This position requires a flexible professional who can drive change, identify, and resolve issues, is a problem solver and is able to work with multiple stakeholders. This position will be responsible for preparation and review of the monthly balance sheet and income statement and monitor the accounts for inter-company reporting, consolidations, and selected account reconciliations. The Accounting Lead provides support for month-end close, audit, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and financial reporting. He/she must be detail oriented, have advanced problem-solving skills, solid verbal and written communication, and excellent relationship building skills, as well as strong leadership and team management skills.
In the Role
- Preparation and review of the monthly balance sheet and income statement in accordance with GAAP.
- Monitor and review the monthly consolidation process and balancing of intercompany accounts.
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for multiple accounts.
- Audit support, internal and external audits including organizing, coordinating, and ensuring timely receipt of information requests in support of the audit.
- SOX support and compliance, ensuring assisting with maintaining adequate segregation of duties, documentation, and controls over financial reporting for assigned responsibilities.
- Collaborate with IT on various system issues and or enhancements.
- Ensure adherence to accounting policies and principles.
- Detailed research and analysis as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
- 4+ years of experience in financial services or related field preferred
- Excellent technical research, writing, and communication skills
- Proficient in use of Excel and Word
- Ability to think, and work, independently resolving challenging issues
Preferred:
- CPA or CPA candidate is a plus
- Public Accounting experience with a national or large regional firm a plus
- MBA or master’s degree in accounting a plus
- Oracle General Ledger and OneStream Financial Reporting experience is a plus
- Consolidation knowledge is a plus
Location: Irving Texas – Flexible Hybrid schedule
Our Las Colinas Office offers some unique perks. We have free covered parking, on-site fitness center and we’re in walking distance to the new Music Factory Entertainment complex, with excellent dining and social gathering options. Our Controller's Culture Committee is focused on building and maintaining a great place to work, and our NASBA Sponsorship supports meeting our Team Members CPE Requirements. You will have exposure to Capital Markets, SEC Reporting, Loan Accounting, Close/Consolidations, Policy/Technical Accounting, SOX and other key functions. We have a casual, collaborative and flexible work environment with many opportunities for growth and development.
Who we Are
OneMain Financial (NYSE: OMF) is the leader in offering nonprime customers responsible access to credit and is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of hardworking Americans. Since 1912, we’ve looked beyond credit scores to help people get the money they need today and reach their goals for tomorrow. Our growing suite of personal loans, credit cards and other products help people borrow better and work toward a brighter future.
Driven collaborators and innovators, our team thrives on transformative digital thinking, customer-first energy and flexible work arrangements that grow lives, careers and our company. At every level, we’re committed to an inclusive culture, career development and impacting the communities where we live and work. Getting people to a better place has made us a better company for over a century. There’s never been a better time to shine with OneMain.
Because team members at their best means OneMain at our best, we provide opportunities and benefits that make their health and careers a priority. That’s why we’ve packed our comprehensive benefits package for full- and some part-timers with:
- Health and wellbeing options including medical, prescription, dental, vision, hearing, accident, hospital indemnity, and life insurances
- Up to 4% matching 401(k)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% share discount)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off (15 days’ vacation per year, plus 4 personal days, prorated based on start date)
- Paid sick leave as determined by state or local ordinance, prorated based on start date
- Paid holidays (7 days per year, based on start date)
- Paid volunteer time (3 days per year, prorated based on start date)
OneMain Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information or history, marital status, military status, national origin, nationality, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, transgender or on any other basis protected by law.
OneMain Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information or history, marital status, military status, national origin, nationality, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, transgender or on any other basis protected by law.
Lead Accountant - Financial Close & Consolidation
This position requires a flexible professional who can drive change, identify, and resolve issues, is a problem solver and is able to work with multiple stakeholders. This position will be responsible for preparation and review of the monthly balance sheet and income statement and monitor the accounts for inter-company reporting, consolidations, and selected account reconciliations. The Accounting Lead provides support for month-end close, audit, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and financial reporting. He/she must be detail oriented, have advanced problem-solving skills, solid verbal and written communication, and excellent relationship building skills, as well as strong leadership and team management skills.
In the Role
- Preparation and review of the monthly balance sheet and income statement in accordance with GAAP.
- Monitor and review the monthly consolidation process and balancing of intercompany accounts.
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for multiple accounts.
- Audit support, internal and external audits including organizing, coordinating, and ensuring timely receipt of information requests in support of the audit.
- SOX support and compliance, ensuring assisting with maintaining adequate segregation of duties, documentation, and controls over financial reporting for assigned responsibilities.
- Collaborate with IT on various system issues and or enhancements.
- Ensure adherence to accounting policies and principles.
- Detailed research and analysis as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
- 4+ years of experience in financial services or related field preferred
- Excellent technical research, writing, and communication skills
- Proficient in use of Excel and Word
- Ability to think, and work, independently resolving challenging issues
Preferred:
- CPA or CPA candidate is a plus
- Public Accounting experience with a national or large regional firm a plus
- MBA or master’s degree in accounting a plus
- Oracle General Ledger and OneStream Financial Reporting experience is a plus
- Consolidation knowledge is a plus
Location: Irving Texas – Flexible Hybrid schedule
Our Las Colinas Office offers some unique perks. We have free covered parking, on-site fitness center and we’re in walking distance to the new Music Factory Entertainment complex, with excellent dining and social gathering options. Our Controller's Culture Committee is focused on building and maintaining a great place to work, and our NASBA Sponsorship supports meeting our Team Members CPE Requirements. You will have exposure to Capital Markets, SEC Reporting, Loan Accounting, Close/Consolidations, Policy/Technical Accounting, SOX and other key functions. We have a casual, collaborative and flexible work environment with many opportunities for growth and development.
Who we Are
OneMain Financial (NYSE: OMF) is the leader in offering nonprime customers responsible access to credit and is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of hardworking Americans. Since 1912, we’ve looked beyond credit scores to help people get the money they need today and reach their goals for tomorrow. Our growing suite of personal loans, credit cards and other products help people borrow better and work toward a brighter future.
Driven collaborators and innovators, our team thrives on transformative digital thinking, customer-first energy and flexible work arrangements that grow lives, careers and our company. At every level, we’re committed to an inclusive culture, career development and impacting the communities where we live and work. Getting people to a better place has made us a better company for over a century. There’s never been a better time to shine with OneMain.
Because team members at their best means OneMain at our best, we provide opportunities and benefits that make their health and careers a priority. That’s why we’ve packed our comprehensive benefits package for full- and some part-timers with:
- Health and wellbeing options including medical, prescription, dental, vision, hearing, accident, hospital indemnity, and life insurances
- Up to 4% matching 401(k)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% share discount)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off (15 days’ vacation per year, plus 4 personal days, prorated based on start date)
- Paid sick leave as determined by state or local ordinance, prorated based on start date
- Paid holidays (7 days per year, based on start date)
- Paid volunteer time (3 days per year, prorated based on start date)
OneMain Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information or history, marital status, military status, national origin, nationality, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, transgender or on any other basis protected by law.
OneMain Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information or history, marital status, military status, national origin, nationality, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, transgender or on any other basis protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Insurance
- Agriculture & Farming
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accounting lead jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification
- Three or more years of progressive accounting experience including close ownership
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle
- Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements under GAAP
- Strong working knowledge of internal controls and audit support processes
Tips for Your Accounting Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to close cycles
Accounting leads are expected to own the month-end and year-end close. Quantify how many entities or cost centers you managed, not just that you closed books. Hiring managers screen for scope and ownership, not task lists.
Highlight your software depth clearly
Most postings specify a system, whether NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. List the exact modules you've used, such as fixed assets or revenue recognition, rather than just the platform name. Generic software mentions get skipped.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists accounting lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by team structure
Some accounting lead roles manage a team directly while others are individual contributors with cross-functional influence. Read the reporting structure carefully and pitch your experience to match, since interviewers notice when candidates assume the wrong setup.
Prepare a close-process walkthrough for interviews
Expect at least one technical question asking you to describe your exact close process step by step. Practice explaining how you coordinate with AP, AR, and payroll teams, what your review checkpoints are, and how you handle late adjustments under deadline.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Accounting lead roles often include bonuses tied to close accuracy or audit outcomes. Before accepting an offer, ask how the bonus structure is calculated and what the payout history looks like, since those details rarely appear in the initial offer letter.
Accounting Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most accounting leads?
Servbank, sb, State Street, and Intuit are hiring the most accounting leads right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest in industries with complex multi-entity structures, such as healthcare systems, private equity-backed firms, and large manufacturers.
How many accounting lead jobs are remote?
About 78% of accounting lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in financial reporting and consolidations roles. Positions that require hands-on inventory oversight, physical audit presence, or in-person team management are more likely to be fully on-site.
How do you become an accounting lead?
Start by building several years of full-cycle accounting experience, including owning or heavily supporting a month-end close. Earning a CPA license significantly strengthens your candidacy and signals technical depth to employers. From there, seek roles with increasing scope, such as managing reconciliations across multiple entities or supervising junior staff, before targeting accounting lead titles directly.
Can you get hired as an accounting lead with limited experience?
Moving into an accounting lead role with limited experience is possible if you've owned a close process end to end, even in a smaller company or as a sole contributor. Employers in growth-stage or mid-market firms often value demonstrated ownership over years on paper. Getting your CPA or showing progress toward it closes a lot of the gap when your title history is light.
What does the accounting lead interview process look like?
Most accounting lead interviews run two to four rounds. The first is typically a recruiter or HR screen focused on background and availability. The second involves a hiring manager who will ask you to walk through your close process, describe how you handle discrepancies, and discuss your experience with the company's ERP. Later rounds may include a technical assessment, a panel with finance leadership, or a conversation with the controller or CFO.
Where can I find and apply to accounting lead jobs?
You can find and apply to accounting lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background, software experience, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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