Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst

Reporting to CFO / $$$ / Hybrid

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Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst to join our team. This role will be a key contributor to the financial operations of our firm, providing in-depth financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting services. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial principles and practices, with a specific focus on year-end processes. This is a permanent position that offers a unique opportunity to develop and grow within the legal industry.

Why join us?

• 401(k)+ match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple offices and entities
• Produce monthly and ad hoc reports, including billing and collections reports
• Track financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Analyze and report on key financial ratios and operational KPIs
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements
• Support month-end and year-end close processes in accordance with firm deadlines
• Coordinate with CFO and external auditors the annual audits and tax preparation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements
• File and manage multi-state tax obligations
• Mentor junior accounting staff and assist with training initiatives
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities
• Lead audit preparation, including documentation, testing, and issue resolution
• Evaluate internal controls and recommend process improvements
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards
• Conduct risk assessments and support remediation initiatives
• Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, and complex account reconciliations
• Monitor and reconcile trust, unapplied cash, and work-in-progress (WIP) balances
• Maintain the chart of accounts and fixed asset records
• Reconcile general ledger accounts
• Support year-end closure and reporting for tax filings
• Audit financial data and report variances or discrepancies to the CFO
• Record expense allocations and inter-office financial activity
• Perform bank reconciliations for the firm's operating and trust accounts
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management initiatives
• Work alongside the Financial Analyst to produce monthly and ad hoc reports
• Analyze financial data and deliver actionable insights to leadership
• Assist in developing annual budgets and forecasts
• Track financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Provide regular updates to the CFO and leadership
• Support strategic decision-making through financial modeling and analysis
• Prepare executive-level summaries and reports as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience, preferably within a law firm environment
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, legal billing and trust accounting practices
• Experience with legal accounting software (e.g., Aderant Expert) strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic insights
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

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