What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at ARCHER?
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for a variety of accounting functions, including tax payments, audit support, financial reporting, and general ledger maintenance. Working closely with senior accounting staff as a utility player, this role will report to the Accounting Manager/Controller and contribute to the overall efficiency and accuracy of the accounting department. In addition, the Staff Accountant will assist with the month end/year end close processes including making journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and A/R and A/P as needed.
Position Location: Houston, TX (ON SITE)
Key Responsibilities
ARCHER Systems is a leading technology enabled legal services company that provides pre-settlement and post-settlement administration services for single event, mass tort, and class action cases with the goal of helping claimants access their settlement proceeds more efficiently and quickly. The company plans to continue leveraging technology and top tier talent to enhance customer service and offer new product lines and services.
ARCHER’s core offering is post-settlement Healthcare Lien Resolution Administration and QSF (Qualified Settlement Fund) Administration and payments processing for multi-claimant (mass tort and class action) litigation. Other services include claims administration, single event lien resolution, probate and bankruptcy coordination, release administration, medical records review, and plaintiff fact sheet and other intake/census preparation and management. ARCHER enables law firms to focus on their litigation while ensuring that critical pre-settlement and post-settlement administration documents, services, business analytics and reporting are handled efficiently and effectively.
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for a variety of accounting functions, including tax payments, audit support, financial reporting, and general ledger maintenance. Working closely with senior accounting staff as a utility player, this role will report to the Accounting Manager/Controller and contribute to the overall efficiency and accuracy of the accounting department. In addition, the Staff Accountant will assist with the month end/year end close processes including making journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and A/R and A/P as needed.
Position Location: Houston, TX (ON SITE)
Key Responsibilities
- Tax Payments: Process federal, state, and local tax payments, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines.
- Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation, schedules, and reconciliations. Act as a point of contact for audit inquiries.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure all financial records are accurate and complete.
- General Ledger Maintenance: Post journal entries and reconcile accounts to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable: Support the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
- Reconciliations: Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution.
- Tax Compliance: Stay up to date on changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure the company's tax filings are accurate and timely.
- Ad-hoc Reporting and Projects: Provide support on special accounting projects and perform other duties as required by the accounting team.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with exposure to tax payments and audit processes.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (experience with NetSuite a plus).
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to take on a variety of accounting tasks.
- Experience with reviewing and paying tax filings, including sales tax and state income tax.
- Previous experience supporting audits for both internal and external purposes.
- 401(K)
- 401(k) Matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
ARCHER Systems is a leading technology enabled legal services company that provides pre-settlement and post-settlement administration services for single event, mass tort, and class action cases with the goal of helping claimants access their settlement proceeds more efficiently and quickly. The company plans to continue leveraging technology and top tier talent to enhance customer service and offer new product lines and services.
ARCHER’s core offering is post-settlement Healthcare Lien Resolution Administration and QSF (Qualified Settlement Fund) Administration and payments processing for multi-claimant (mass tort and class action) litigation. Other services include claims administration, single event lien resolution, probate and bankruptcy coordination, release administration, medical records review, and plaintiff fact sheet and other intake/census preparation and management. ARCHER enables law firms to focus on their litigation while ensuring that critical pre-settlement and post-settlement administration documents, services, business analytics and reporting are handled efficiently and effectively.
