Accounting Supervisor

Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Supervisor to oversee and manage key financial operations within our organization. This role involves ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and providing leadership to the accounting team. Based in Alameda, California, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to the company's financial integrity and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

+ Process and manage salaried payroll, including issuing and transmitting payments for 401(k), union dues, dependent care, garnishments, ACA reporting, and W-2 reconciliation.

+ Record payroll-related journal entries, reconcile five monthly payroll cycles, generate payroll reports, and balance general ledger and commuter benefit entries.

+ Administer trust bank accounts by scanning and depositing funds, recording transactions in Pro Law and the general ledger, processing W-9s, setting up payees, and issuing payments per client and attorney instructions.

+ Respond to accounting and payroll inquiries in a timely manner.

+ Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing functions, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiency.

+ Supervise accounting support staff performance in collaboration with the firm administrator.

Requirements

+ Strong understanding of general accounting principles, methods, and procedures

+ In-depth knowledge of bookkeeping processes and functions

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Experience with ADP payroll or comparable payroll systems

+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

+ Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

+ Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

+ Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

+ Proven ability to supervise and lead clerical or support staff

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred; five or more years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, depending on qualifications

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