Senior Accountant
Job Functions and Responsibilities (non-exhaustive list):
The successful candidate will have the following experience and will assist the controller with the oversight of all accounting and finance functions, including but not limited to:
· Accounts payable
· Management and maintenance of general ledger
· Bank deposits and reconciliation
· Month-end and year-end closing
· Financial and accounting report production, including monthly financial package
· Budgets and projections
· Payroll (experience with ADP/CoAdvantage is preferred)
· Trust account maintenance and reconciliation
· Year-end accounting and tax preparation
· Weekly check runs
· 401(k) administration (experience with Fidelity is preferred)
· Experience with settlement statements a plus
· Experience with accounting software
· Periodic communication with banks and vendors
· Assist with any additional ad-hoc projects and assignments
Experience:
· Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting
· Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word (advanced skills in Excel is a plus)
· Strong organizational skills; detail-oriented; flexible; deadline driven
· Strong analytical skills; superior problem solving skills
· Strong interpersonal communication and the ability to convey information clearly and articulately
· Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment
· Ability to take the initiative and work independently
· Previous experience in a law firm setting preferred
· Experience with law firm billing software such as ProLaw preferred