Staff Accountant

Description

The Staff Accountant will be expected to handle full cycle accounting for multiple entities, banking and credit card transactions, invoice accounts receivable, and assist with projects. The Staff Accountant reports to the Assistant Controller and is responsible for applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), reviewing, and analyzing financial information, and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate is responsive, thoughtful, self-directed, positive, and seeking a challenging role. LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY. 

Responsibilities of our Staff Accountant

• Oversee all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and detailed descriptions.
• Accurate and timely recording of trust funds to the IOLTA account ensuring the firm stays compliant with legal obligations.
• Able to identify discrepancies and resolve while analyzing financial data.
• Recording and reconciling all bank and credit card transactions.
• Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
• Collaborating with key personnel in various departments as appropriate.
• Creating best practice procedures for accounting activities and driving process improvements, utilizing technology to improve efficiency.
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Qualifications of our Staff Accountant

• The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and is effective in problem solving.
• The candidate must be committed to quality, customer service, teamwork, and supporting department goals.
• This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, superior attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• The candidate must have strong technology skills, including intermediate level Excel skills and the ability to master and leverage accounting systems and new technology solutions.
• Strong ethical standards with a keen sense of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Experience Required for our Staff Accountant

• A four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience performing accounts payable and receivable related duties with an ERP accounting system such as Intacct or NetSuite
• Experience at a professional service firm such as a law firm is a plus.

What We Offer

• A competitive compensation package based on experience
• A comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, parental leave, pet insurance options, and life/AD&D coverage
• An industry-leading 401k program with up to 6% employer match
• A highly collaborative and diverse work environment
• The opportunity to work with and learn from seasoned civil litigators and former public servants
• The very real opportunity to make a difference

About Nachawati Law Group 

At Nachawati Law Group, we successfully fight corporate injustices for our clients by delivering passionate, persistent, professional, and trustworthy representation. Our lawyers are passionate about balancing the scales of justice for our clients. We focus on our clients’ needs and believe in being approachable, responsive, effective, and trustworthy. Building successful relationships with our clients allows us to represent them more effectively and address their needs.

Nachawati Law Group is an equal employment opportunity firm and considers all individuals regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate discrimination in hiring, work responsibilities, promotions, compensation, terminations, or any other employment conditions.