Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant needed for a growing firm!

Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year

We are a growing regional multi-location law firm that serves Business Leaders, CEOs, Business Owners, and Entrepreneurs, Industry Leaders & In-House Counsel, People Planning Their Legacy, and People who have been Wronged. We are looking for Estate Planning, Litigation, Business Transaction, Banking & Financial Services attorneys who would like to join this growing organization!

• Competitive starting salary + Incentive Bonuses + Origination Bonuses
• Annual CLE budget
• Bar dues and professional memberships
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Technology & Equipment – Laptop & Office Furniture
• Direct Deposit
• 401(k) after 90 days
• 3% Safe Harbor contribution to your 401 (k) after 1 year
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Group Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary options – Aflac
• Flex Spending Accounts – Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Free Parking
• PTO plan
• Employee Wellness Program
• Family friendly flexible working environment with remote working access
• Training & advancement opportunities
• Fun and positive work environment that is professional and welcoming
• Business Casual Dress Code
• Team oriented culture of excellence and fun

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Staff Accountant to join our team in the legal industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional who is ready to make a substantial impact within our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledgers, preparing and analyzing budgets, and performing general bookkeeping.

The position requires a candidate with a strong background in accounting, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for financial accuracy and compliance.

• 1. Manage and oversee all aspects of the day-to-day financial operations of the organization including A/R, A/P, payroll, general ledger, banking, and reconciliations.
• 2. Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management.
• 3. Ensure accuracy and effectiveness in all accounting tasks including data entry and operations.
• 4. Assist with tax audits and tax returns to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• 5. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• 6. Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• 7. Support month-end and year-end close process.
• 8. Liaise with our financial management team to improve financial procedures.

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably in the legal industry.
• 3. Strong understanding of accounting and financial principles, laws, and best practices.
• 4. Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel.
• 5. Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• 6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 7. Strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• 8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 9. Professional certification such as CPA or CMA is a plus.

The successful candidate will be a strategic individual with 5+ years of managerial accounting and financial management experience. You will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of professionals who value collaboration and innovation. If you have a strong desire to influence and drive change within an organization, then this may be the role for you.