Lead Accountant - Accounting Operations
OneMain Financial · Irving, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Irving, TX
Job highlights
- Lead accounting operations and team.
- Manage financial reporting and analysis.
- Oversee daily banking and reconciliations.
- Collaborate with technology and treasury.
- Requires Bachelor's degree and 5+ years experience.
About the role
Lead Accountant - Accounting Operations
An opportunity has arisen within our accounting team for a dynamic and driven Accounting Professional to join as an Accounting Lead.
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. The Lead Accountant will support branch accounting operations while using advanced problem-solving skills, solid verbal and written communication skills, excellent relationship building skills, as well as strong leadership and team management skills. This position will have supervisory responsibilities for general accounting functions.
In The Role
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members through on-going coaching and development to retain talent.
- Manage and/or participate in company projects and initiatives.
- Provide accounting oversight of daily banking activity and month end financial reporting.
- Analyze and review journal entries and reconciliations.
- Assist with requests from internal and external auditors.
- Conduct detailed research and analysis.
- Handle Coordination and Collaboration with technology and treasury partners.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- 5+ years of accounting experience.
- 2+ years of supervisory experience.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel).
- Experience with Automated reconciliation systems such as Blackline or Frontier preferred.
- Flexibility to handle multiple projects and changing priorities.
- Excellent communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and yet collaboratively to positively affect the team dynamics.
Location and Perks
Location: Irving, Texas – Hybrid Tues-Thurs in office.
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 Team 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 Treasury, Accounting, SEC Reporting, Policy/Technical Accounting, Technology, Cybersecurity, 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.
Other Team Member Benefits Include
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).
Key skills/competency
- Accounting Leadership
- Financial Reporting
- Journal Entries
- Reconciliations
- Auditor Support
- Microsoft Excel
- Team Management
- Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
- Accounting Operations
Skills & topics
- Lead Accountant
- Accounting Operations
- Financial Reporting
- Reconciliation
- Journal Entries
- Accounting
- Finance
- Supervisory Experience
- Excel
- Blackline
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight your accounting leadership, supervisory experience, and proficiency in Excel and reconciliation systems like Blackline.
- Tailor your application: Emphasize your problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and experience working with diverse stakeholders for the Lead Accountant role.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your leadership style, project management experience, and how you handle multiple priorities and changing environments.
- Research OneMain Financial: Understand their mission in financial services and their commitment to their team members' growth and well-being.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Lead Accountant role at OneMain Financial?
- The Lead Accountant role at OneMain Financial focuses on supporting branch accounting operations, providing leadership and guidance to team members, managing daily banking activities, and overseeing month-end financial reporting, all while driving change and resolving issues.
- What are the key qualifications for the Lead Accountant position?
- To be considered for the Lead Accountant position, you'll need a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, at least 5 years of accounting experience, and 2 years of supervisory experience. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel, are essential, with experience in automated reconciliation systems like Blackline or Frontier being preferred.
- What is the work arrangement for the Lead Accountant at OneMain Financial?
- The Lead Accountant position in Irving, Texas, follows a hybrid work arrangement. Team members are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
- What benefits does OneMain Financial offer its team members?
- OneMain Financial offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellbeing options, up to 4% 401(k) matching, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 10% discount, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid volunteer time.
- How does OneMain Financial support professional development for its accounting team?
- OneMain Financial supports professional development through leadership guidance and mentorship, exposure to various departments like Treasury and SEC Reporting, and their NASBA Sponsorship which aids in meeting CPE requirements. They also offer tuition reimbursement and a flexible work environment conducive to growth.
- What kind of projects might a Lead Accountant at OneMain Financial work on?
- A Lead Accountant at OneMain Financial may manage or participate in company projects and initiatives, conduct detailed research and analysis, and collaborate with technology and treasury partners on various accounting-related tasks.
- Is there an opportunity to advance within OneMain Financial in this role?
- Yes, OneMain Financial emphasizes career development and offers many opportunities for growth and development within the company. The Lead Accountant role provides exposure to many key functions, which can facilitate career progression.
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