Lead Accountant
Dallas, Texas
Job Description:
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.
At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, a deep understanding of financial reporting, and the ability to work collaboratively across the organization. This position plays a key role in ensuring accuracy and integrity in our financial statements and supporting strategic decision-making.
In this role the Lead Accountant will ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements and reports, lead complex accounting projects, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and corporate policies, while collecting, recording, classifying, examining, analyzing, or reporting accounting transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
What you’ll do
Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage technical accounting consultations on highly complex transactions.
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
Provide technical accounting rulings related to various topics with a key focus on ASC 842, ASC 606, and software capitalization.
Support external audits and coordinate with auditors.
Develop and maintain internal controls and compliance procedures.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.
Assist with technical accounting research and implementation of new standards as needed.
Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives within the accounting function.
What you’ll need
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
- 5+ years of related experience.
- Certification is required in some areas.
What you’ll bring
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
CPA certification required.
Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Strong written communication skills
Proficiency with accounting software (Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience.
Supervisor: No
Our Lead Accountant, earns between $118,800 - $178,200. 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
If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility.
Apply today!
Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Dallas, TexasSalary Range:
$118,800.00 - $178,200.00It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-84928 Date posted 11/07/2025
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- Tuition Assistance
- Medical and dental plans
- Discounts
- Training & Development
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