Lead Accountant

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Lead Accountant!! 

Location: Austin, TX

Job ID: 52322

The Lead Accountant is responsible for supporting complex accounting activities within the Global Accounting and Finance Shared Services team. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of account reconciliations, financial transactions, variance analyses, and month-end close activities. The position applies accounting policies and International Financial Reporting Standards to evaluate financial activity, identify issues, and recommend appropriate solutions. The Lead Accountant also supports audit preparation, general accounting, and the retrieval and analysis of financial information across multiple systems. Through independent ownership and collaboration with team members, this role helps strengthen financial controls, improve accounting processes, and support timely and accurate financial reporting.

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

As our Lead Accountant, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Preparing and maintaining assigned account reconciliations in accordance with established policies, escalating significant issues, and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Reviewing contracts, orders, vouchers, and other transactions to ensure compliance with applicable accounting policies and procedures.
• Performing root-cause analyses of month-over-month and year-over-year variances, identifying the drivers of unusual changes, and maintaining appropriate supporting documentation.
• Accurately completing assigned activities within the two-day month-end close process and supporting the reconciliation review process.
• Applying relevant accounting standards, including IFRS 15 and IFRS 16, when evaluating transactions and determining their financial impact.
• Preparing audit schedules and responding to accounting and audit-related requests by providing accurate documentation and analysis.
• Supporting accounting activities and collaborating with team members to address accounting issues as they arise.
• Driving the completion of special projects with minimal direction, maintaining ownership of multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.
• Leading research into accounting issues and recommending practical solutions based on financial data, policies, and applicable accounting standards.
• Supporting the retrieval and analysis of current and historical financial data using Oracle, OneStream, Cubeware, Excel, and other applicable tools.

Your Experience and Background include:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 7 or more years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 5 or more years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards, including IFRS 15 and IFRS 16.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply accounting and financial policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate transactions and understand their financial impact.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using Oracle, OneStream, or comparable financial systems.
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of multiple concurrent priorities while meeting established deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to investigate complex issues and recommend solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented, global environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Certified Public Accountant designation or equivalent professional accounting certification is preferred.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance

• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. You'll have opportunities to share insights and contribute forward-thinking ideas that shape future outcomes. 
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity.

HID may use AI-assisted technology to support our Talent Acquisition team in reviewing applications by identifying job-related qualifications, skills, and experience. AI is used as a support tool only and does not make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team before any selection decision is made.

If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process or have questions about HID's use of AI in the recruitment process, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to reside and work in the hiring country.
• HID Global will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the hiring country will not be considered.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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