Senior Accountant

Hanna, Brophy, MacLean, McAleer & Jensen, LLP • San Diego, CA

10h • $100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant ensures the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records in a professional, scientific, and technical services environment. The role manages complex accounting work, including financial reporting, budgeting, regulatory compliance, general ledger management, and financial analysis. It leads month-end and year-end close processes, prepares and reviews financial statements, and provides insights to support strategic decisions. The position also supervises accounts payable staff, coordinates with internal teams, supports audits and tax filings, and maintains internal controls and accounting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in the professional, scientific, or technical services industry.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience preparing financial statements and managing month-end close processes.
• Strong analytical, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments, present financial insights, and support internal controls.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent certification.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Familiarity with tax regulations specific to professional and technical services.
• Advanced data analysis skills and experience with financial modeling.
• Previous experience mentoring or leading accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Report daily on cash receipts, invoicing, and time worked.
• Review bank activity daily for Positive Pay issues, ACH issues, and unusual activity.
• Print branch office checks, client refunds, and other manual checks, and upload them to bank Positive Pay.
• Prepare general ledger reconciliations and analyses for monthly financial statements.
• Understand and supervise accounts payable staff in daily invoice processing and entry into the bank’s online BillPay system, including researching vendor inquiries about unpaid or uncleared payments.
• Understand and supervise accounts payable staff in processing expense reports, reviewing approvals, correcting coding when needed, and entering payments at the bank.
• Manage recurring monthly payables, including rent, parking, insurance, and postage; analyze lease payments due and coordinate with branch staff.
• Maintain monthly general ledger reconciliations and allocation entries, including calculating and entering payroll by type and office, benefits by type and office, and Partner draws.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Maintain Trust Account accounting in accordance with State Bar requirements and firm policy.
• Summarize monthly financial reports, including profit comparisons, billing goals and hours, WIP and AR, and new files.
• Prepare requested analyses and reports, such as Partner Reports, Business Generation Reports, quarterly Associate Production Bonus reports, and Associate statistics.
• Prepare Partner draws and 401(k) contributions and ensure timely deposits.
• Prepare schedules for the firm’s CPA, including account reconciliations, lease, rent and debt schedules, and asset additions and depreciation.
• Coordinate funding of Partner 401(k) accounts.
• Prepare and file city business license renewals, county unsecured property tax returns, quarterly use tax returns, the annual environmental fee return, and the annual LLP registration renewal.
• Update, summarize, and pay attorney bar dues through the State Bar Agency Billing Program, including IOLTA reporting.
• Prepare and submit the firm’s 1099 filings.
• Maintain a monthly updated inventory of furniture and equipment for all offices.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Manage the general ledger, including account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Coordinate and lead month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings or revenue enhancement.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist with audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal departments on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and improve financial processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior