Staff Accountant

Saul Ewing LLP • Newark, NJ

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the firm’s financial operations by maintaining accurate accounting records, maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial reports, assisting with audits and budgeting processes, and reconciling accounts. This role works closely with the billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of general financial accounting.
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, or similar software, and accounting software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, required.
• At least three years of related experience required.
• Law firm or professional services firm experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjustments.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for balance sheet accounts.
• Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books.
• Escheat unclaimed checks and dormant trust balances to various states.
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Reconciles employee benefits payroll deductions to monthly health and welfare invoices.
• Reconciles transactions on firm credit cards and ensures approvals have been obtained, transactions are coded accurately and credit card invoices are paid timely.
• Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, client accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections.
• Assist with cash flow tracking and reporting.
• Support treasury functions, including wire transfers and deposits.
• Partner with AR team to reconcile client accounts and investigate and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Assist with maintaining client trust accounts (IOLTA) in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Reconcile trust accounts and ensure proper handling of client funds.
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees