Accountant

A prominent Dallas-based single-family office is seeking an experienced Contract Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping operations of the office. Reporting to the Head of the Family Office, this is a hands-on generalist role responsible for full-cycle accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and recording investment activity across multiple entities and accounts. This is a part-time contract engagement of approximately 30 hours per week on a hybrid schedule based in Dallas, Texas. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Disbursements Manage full-cycle accounts payable: receive, review, and code invoices; obtain approvals; and prepare payments via check, ACH, and wire. Track and categorize household, personal, property, and entity-level expenses. Maintain vendor records and resolve billing discrepancies. Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts across multiple entities (trusts, LLCs, partnerships, and personal accounts). Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring and adjusting entries. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Investment Accounting Record investment activity from custodian, brokerage, and fund manager statements — including realized and unrealized gains and losses, dividends, interest, and other income. Track capital calls, distributions, and contributions for private fund and partnership investments. Reconcile investment holdings and activity to statements and support periodic portfolio reporting. Reconciliations & Reporting Reconcile bank, brokerage, and credit card accounts on a regular basis. Assist with cash flow monitoring and periodic financial reporting to the Head of the Family Office. Prepare and organize documentation to support external CPA and tax advisors (e.g., K-1s, 1099s, and year-end tax packages). Administrative & Other Maintain organized, confidential, and audit-ready financial records. Coordinate with the Head of Office, external advisors, and wealth managers. Support ad hoc financial projects and analysis as needed. Qualifications 5+ years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience; one year of family office, wealth management, private investment, or high-net-worth bookkeeping or accounting experience required. Solid accounts payable and full-cycle bookkeeping expertise. Working knowledge of investment accounting concepts — gains and losses, dividends, interest, and partnership/fund activity including capital calls and distributions. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred; experience with investment or portfolio accounting platforms (e.g., Addepar, Sage Intacct, Archway) a plus. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Exceptional discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment when handling sensitive personal and financial information. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with the ability to manage priorities independently. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. Type: Contract / part-time Hours: Approximately 30 hours per week Location: Dallas, Texas — hybrid schedule #J-18808-Ljbffr Spot On Talent