Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Location: Abilene, TX 79602
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Position: Senior Accountant

Take the Lead in a High-Impact Accounting Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our client's team in Abilene, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys combining hands-on financial analysis with leadership, compliance, budgeting, and process improvement.

In this role, you will manage complex accounting activities, lead critical financial close processes, support budgeting and forecasting, and serve as a key fiscal resource for accounting and program teams. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of GAAP, governmental or grant accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and internal controls .

What You'll Do

• Prepare, review, and approve complex accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Monitor contract expenditures and assist with spending plans and budget forecasts.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory and contractual compliance.
• Prepare and support financial reports, budget reports, grant reports, and related documentation.
• Serve as a lead resource for Accountants, providing training, technical assistance, and guidance.
• Develop, implement, and monitor accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Partner with Operations, Human Resources, and other departments to resolve fiscal matters.
• Coordinate and prepare documentation for audits, monitoring reviews, and fiscal assessments.
• Research complex accounting issues and recommend process improvements that strengthen efficiency and compliance.
• Assist management with budget development, budget amendments, and expenditure projections.
• Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll allocations, and other assigned fiscal activities.
• Serve as the primary fiscal contact for assigned programs, contracts, or locations.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Prefer 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience , preferably within governmental, nonprofit, grant-funded, or workforce development environments.
• Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the required education.
• Experience preparing financial reports, reconciliations, and budget analyses is required.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, GAAP .
• Knowledge of governmental and grant accounting principles .
• Knowledge of budget control methods, fiscal policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to Workforce Solutions contracts.
• Knowledge of the Financial Manual for Grants and Contracts, FMGC .
• Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret accounting standards, laws, regulations, policies, and contractual requirements.
• Experience developing or implementing accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, and financial reporting systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to fiscal staff.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with management, coworkers, funding agencies, auditors, and the public.
• Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and a good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MIP Fund Accounting Software .
• CPA credential or progress toward CPA certification .
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This position offers the opportunity to go beyond transactional accounting and take an active role in financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, audit preparation, internal controls, and fiscal leadership . If you are an experienced accountant who can analyze the numbers, strengthen processes, and serve as a trusted resource to both accounting and operational teams, we encourage you to apply.

Throughout the past 35 years, MMC, one of the most trusted names in workforce management services, has successfully delivered strategic solutions to large and small businesses in numerous industries.

We have built our reputation on partnering with our clients and candidates to achieve the desired results. Our recruiting professionals have extensive experience matching the right candidate, to the right client, for the right position. We provide the best opportunities to the most talented candidates in a multitude of industries.

MMC is a privately owned business with corporate headquarters in Irving, Texas. With 2,000 employees, working in 40 states, MMC is able to support all United States locations, and some international locations.

We appreciate your interest in reviewing this particular position and we encourage you to visit our website where you can always search and apply for opportunities at

Benefits with MMC Group
MMC offers health insurance plans for our active candidates on assignment, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits

Join MMC and enjoy the support of a team that values your well-being, both on and off the job!

MMC strives to ensure all job postings confirm details of the position, the rate of pay, and acknowledge that medical benefits are offered.

Get started on your career journey today! Apply to become a part of the MMC Team!

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.