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Staff Accountant
Job in
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, 33222, USA
Listed on 2026-06-12
Listing for:
The Ward Law Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
The Staff Accountant will play a critical role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the firm. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, Quick Books or Net Suite, and advanced Excel functions.
This role is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial best practices.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (EST)
Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Receivable- Oversee all AP and AR functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing
- Review, verify, and reconcile invoices, expenses, and receipts
- Manage vendor payments and maintain strong vendor relationships
- Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding receivables
- Reconcile client trust accounts in accordance with legal and ethical guidelines
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
- Maintain and improve accounting policies and procedures
- Utilize Quick Books or Net Suite to manage financial data
- Generate and analyze financial reports
- Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and timely
- Use advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, etc.)
- Develop and maintain financial models and reporting dashboards
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Support audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
- Assist with tax preparation in coordination with external accountants
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 5+ years of accounting experience (law firm or professional services preferred)
- Experience handling high-volume transactions and multiple entities
- Strong proficiency in Quick Books or Net Suite and Microsoft Excel
- Solid understanding of AP/AR processes and financial reporting
- High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in a personal injury or legal services firm
- Familiarity with client trust accounting / IOLTA rules
- Experience with case management or billing systems (e.g., Litify / Salesforce)
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