Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant
100% Onsite | Law Firms & Legal Services Industry | Trust Accounting | CPA preferred

We are partnering with a commercial law firm in the Raleigh area looking for a highly motivated, energetic, team-focused Senior Accountant to join their team. This individual will report directly to the CFO and will be an integral member of the accounting team, supporting the firm's financial processes and business activities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for trust accounting including annual letters
• Backup for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Prepare information for tax return
• Compile census data for 401(k) Plan; Work with recordkeeper on Form 5500; Organize 401k Audit
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare financial information for Managing Partner’s presentation at the attorney retreat
• Prepare Budget; Prepare Quarterly forecast/projections
• Fund payroll, Flex Spending; Record appropriate journal entries into general ledger
• Monitor bank account activity; upload positive pay files

Requirements:

• 4-year degree in Accounting, Business or Finance is required
• CPA preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• The successful candidate will pay meticulous attention to details, have excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Must meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to professionally interact with others
• Ability to work onsite in Raleigh, 5-days a week