What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Accountant position at Meneses Law PLLC?
About the Company:
Meneses Law is an accomplished law firm with an outstanding track record of providing immigration services with the highest professional standards to our clients. We work with thousands of clients across the United States on Adjustment of Status, Visas, Petitions, Labor Certifications, Citizenships, Deportations, Waivers, DACA Renewals, and Asylum matters.
Our headquarters is based out of Houston, Texas and with the expansion to other major cities, our aim is to assist clients to achieve their objectives as placidly and efficiently as possible while minimizing the legal and regulatory risks. The law firm is built on its reputation of providing exceptional customer service delivery coupled with appropriate and outstanding skills, fast turnaround, and the know-how expert of our legal team.
Job Summary:
Meneses Law is seeking a skilled General Accountant to join our dynamic team to contribute to our company’s financial health and success. We are looking for a detailed-oriented and organized General Accountant to support our financial operations. The accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, recording accounting adjustments, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Functions/Responsibilities:
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Record and classify financial transactions in accordance to GAAP
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements on an accrual basis.
- Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process.
- Perform account analysis and variance analysis to identify trends and anomalies.
- Prepare and submit various tax forms and reports, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial data and provide financial insights and recommendations.
- Assist with annual audit process and provide documentation as required.
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Stay updated on accounting regulations and practices.
- Oversee daily operations of the accounting department, manage accounting staff.
- Report financial statements to CPA/Controller and external auditing firms in accordance to GAAP
- Identify area for improvement or cost saving opportunities• Performs other Accounting related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail.
- Proficient with technology and ability to learn our software systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and MacOS systems as well as other accounting software programs.
- Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
- Self-motivated, goal oriented with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proven experience as a General Accountant or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
- Principles and procedures of record keeping.
- Must have impeccable math skills• Able to type 45 WPM or more.
- Must be able to communicate in English
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
- Must have 3 years of related experience required.
Job Types: Full-time
Compensation:
Meneses Law believes in Work Life Balance. Operation hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. plus 2 Saturdays a month for certain positions.
Being hired by Meneses Law as an Accounts Payable Clerk means that you will have the opportunity to:
- Earn $70,000-80,000k (depending on experience)
- Be part of a positive culture
- Earn individual and team incentives
- Start an incredible career
Benefits for Working at Meneses Law:
- Generous compensation
- Work with state-of-the-art technology
- Name Recognition & Prestige Immigration Law Firm
- Sophisticated, Challenging Work
- Meaningful Career Advancement Opportunities
- Excellent Benefits (Medical (80% ER contribution, Dental (No-Cost to employee), Vision, Life Insurance (Paid), 2 weeks of PTO, 10 days of paid holidays.
- Work Life Balance Schedule
- Birthday and Anniversary rewards
Qualifications/Requirements:
Education/ Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree, knowledge of MS Office and MacOS.
Communication Skills:
- Ability of reading comprehension, writing, speaking to others to convey information effectively, active listening and interpreting instructional documents. English/ Spanish bilingual oral communication is a must.
Reasoning Skills:
- Must be able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures to define the problem or objective. Identify relevant concerns or factors, patterns, tendencies, and relationships. Formulate logical and objective conclusions and recognize alternative and their implications.
Physical Demands:
- This position involves regular walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, hearing, and talking.
- May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching. May involve close vision, color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and viewing computer monitor for extended periods.
- Involves manual dexterity for using keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. May involve moving or lifting items under 10 pounds.
Other skills:
- Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. 
- Excellent organizational and time-management.
Work Hours:
- Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm 2 Saturdays, per month. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
