Senior Accountant – Legal Services
TrovaTal•New York, NY
•Hybrid
About The Position
A national Legal Services firm based in New York City has created a new role on its staff for an experienced Senior Accountant. Reporting to the Assistant Controller and collaborating with team members across various departments, this individual will be a key contributor to the firm's General Ledger accounting and financial reporting activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 4+ years of progressive General Ledger and financial reporting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the Manhattan office
Nice To Haves
- Prior accounting experience within a law firm or professional services environment
- Experience with Aderant, Elite 3E, or similar professional services accounting systems
- CPA or prior public accounting experience
Responsibilities
- Perform account and balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Support monthly and annual close activities, including General Ledger accounting and reporting
- Prepare and review journal entries for accuracy and compliance with GAAP
- Review expenses and AP transactions and ensure proper General Ledger coding
- Produce financial reporting packages and supporting schedules
- Perform variance and budget-to-actual analysis across multiple departments
- Assist with bank and cash reconciliations and other firmwide accounting activities
- Participate in special projects, including updates to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Support annual external audit activities and prepare requested schedules and documentation
Benefits
- performance incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
