Skip to main content
Corporate

Lead Accountant

Alpharetta, Georgia

Apply now

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

Overall Purpose

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and reports by leading complex accounting initiatives, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate policies, and overseeing the collection, recording, classification, analysis, and reporting of accounting transactions for Inventory, Installments, and Securitization in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports. Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

  • General Ledger and Accounting Operations: Maintain accounting systems and oversee general ledger activities, including month-end, and year-end close processes. Prepare journal entries, reconcile ledger accounts, and maintain accurate records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions.

  • Tax Planning and Compliance: Support compliance with applicable local, state, and federal tax regulations. Prepare or coordinate tax returns and statutory filings, identify potential tax-saving opportunities, and provide guidance on tax-related matters.

  • Internal Controls and Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls designed to safeguard company assets and promote accurate financial reporting. Ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures and coordinate internal and external audit activities.

  • Project and Stakeholder Leadership: Lead complex accounting projects and process-improvement initiatives. Communicate financial findings and recommendations to key stakeholders and provide guidance or mentorship to less experienced team members.

  • Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization’s financial and operational objectives, including cash-flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting-system enhancements.

Job Contribution

Experienced professional recognized as a subject-matter expert in accounting principles and practices. Applies broad and in-depth inventory and installment accounting knowledge to resolve complex issues and lead significant projects with a high degree of autonomy. Develops and implements long-term plans that may have organization-wide impact, influences strategic and executive-level decisions, mentors less experienced team members, and collaborates frequently with senior leadership.

Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory responsibility.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience.

  • Professional certification may be required based on the position’s area of specialization.

Our Lead Accountant jobs earn between $106,100.00 - $159,100.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Alpharetta, Georgia, Atlanta, Georgia

Salary Range:

$106,100.00 - $159,100.00

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here.

Job ID R-122049 Date posted 09/08/2026
Apply now

Benefits

Your needs? Met. Your wants? Considered. Take a look at our comprehensive benefits.

  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Medical and dental plans
  • Discounts
  • Training & Development

Learn more about benefits

Our hiring process

Apply Now

Confirm your qualifications align with the job requirements and submit your application.

Assessments

You may be required to complete one or more assessments, depending on the role.

Interview

Get ready to put your best foot forward! More than one interview may be necessary.

Conditional Job Offer

We’ll reach out to discuss a conditional job offer and the next steps to joining the team.

Background Check

Timing is important – complete the necessary actions to proceed with onboarding.

Welcome to the Team!

Congratulations! It’s time to experience #LifeAtATT.

Check your email (and SPAM) throughout the process for important messages and next steps.

Join our talent network

Didn’t find what you were looking for here? Sign up for our job alerts and get the latest AT&T news.

Don't Miss Out

Join our Talent Network to be the first to know about new job openings, special announcements and behind-the-scenes information.

Skip, I’d rather go straight to the application

AT&T Info and Alerts. Max 12 messages/month Privacy Policy (opens in new window). You may opt-out at anytime by sending STOP to short code 20013. Msg & data rates may apply.

By submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our privacy policy (opens in new window) and consent to receive email communication from AT&T for our U.S. Talent Network.