Senior Accountant Consultant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions within the firm, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and leveraging the Aderant system to manage financial operations specific to a legal environment.

Client Details

My client is a law firm that provides legal advice, representation, and strategic counsel to individuals, businesses, and institutions across a range of practice areas. It operates in a structured professional environment focused on client service, ethical standards, and effective management of legal matters.

Description

• Manage and maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and internal reports
• Utilize Aderant to process and analyze financial data, including billing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Review and reconcile bank accounts, trust accounts, and client-related transactions in compliance with legal accounting standards
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable legal/industry regulations
• Assist with audits, including preparation of schedules and documentation
• Monitor and improve internal controls and accounting procedures
• Collaborate with billing, payroll, and operational teams to ensure financial accuracy
• Mentor junior accounting staff and review their work as needed

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
• Hands-on experience with Aderant (or similar legal accounting software) required
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with trust accounting and legal billing processes is highly desirable
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job Offer

Competitive pay and a strong benefits package

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