Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Axel Group is seeking a Senior Accountant for a growing legal services firm in the Woodbridge, NJ area. This organization is a well‑established, award‑winning practice in a fast‑paced environment.

The Senior Accountant will serve as the primary accounting contributor, owning the full scope of financial operations and reporting directly to firm leadership. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in an autonomous environment, takes ownership of a full accounting function, and enjoys being the go‑to financial resource for a collaborative, high‑performing team.

• Manage daily accounting operations including billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger
• Perform bank, credit card, and trust account reconciliations; identify and resolve discrepancies
• Process invoice payments and issue checks as needed
• Dispute invoices and credit card transactions as required
• Prepare and analyze financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and firm forecasting
• Ensure accounting procedures comply with GAAP and applicable industry standards
• Act as the primary accounting function reporting directly to the COO
• Support internal and external audits including preparation of supporting documentation
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement changes to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with department leads and senior management
• Perform additional accounting duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a legal services or professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual accounting
• Advanced Quick Books and Excel proficiency
• Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

$100,000 to $115,000 annually, commensurate with experience; cap of $120,000

Medical, dental, and vision coverage | 401k with 4% match | PTO and paid holidays | Annual performance reviews