Staff Accountant

Overview

A legal support services provider is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with 3 years of experience in general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role requires a strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and process improvement, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and support the month-end and year-end close processes
• Review and reconcile credit card transactions
• Review and reconcile accounts receivable
• Develop and maintain Excel-based reports to analyze financial data and support month-end close and reporting processes
• Prepare schedules and gather documentation for external audits
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Research cash application transactions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA Candidate or CPA Eligible
• 1-3 years of corporate accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NetSuite ERP
• Experience with BILL preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation within the salary range will be based on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, contractual agreements, and organizational needs. The listed range is one component of the total compensation package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Hiring Process

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans.