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Staff Accountant at Sweet James Law - ON SITE full time
$73k-89k (estimate)
Full Time
1 Month Ago
Sweet James LLP is Hiring a Staff Accountant at Sweet James Law - ON SITE full time Near Newport, CA
Job DescriptionJob Summary: The Staff Accountant will play a crucial role in the financial operations of the firm. This individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with monthly financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and firm policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and ideally experience working in a legal or professional services environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Sweet James is a renowned law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. Our team is driven by a commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Joining Sweet James means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and contributions are valued.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the firm (primary focus on marketing and real estate entities).
- Prepare monthly reporting and JEs related to assigned entities.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts and actual vs. budget variance analyses.
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
- Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections and reconciliations.
- Support the firm’s trust accounts in compliance with state regulations and firm policies.
- Perform and assist with payroll processing and related financial reporting.
- Provide support to the GL team during monthly, quarterly reporting and annual audits and tax filings (as needed)
- Collaborate with the legal team to support client billing and collections.
- Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
- Assist with the annual audit and liaise with external auditors.
- Perform other accounting and financial duties as assigned by the Financial Controller & CFO.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting,
- 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment (but not mandatory).
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Proficient in Excel
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Important to have a sense of urgency and ability to work in a high volume environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
Sweet James is a renowned law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. Our team is driven by a commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Joining Sweet James means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and contributions are valued.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$73k-89k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/01/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/30/2024
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