Senior Accountant – Legal Services

Senior Accountant – Legal Services
Location: Manhattan, NY (Hybrid, 3 days in-office)

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.

Primary responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• 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

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 4+ years of progressive General Ledger and Financial Reporting experience
• Prior accounting experience within a law firm or professional services environment preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Experience with Aderant, Elite 3E, or similar professional services accounting systems preferred
• CPA or prior public accounting experience is a plus
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the Manhattan office

Compensation:

Competitive salary range: $105,000 - $125,000 per year plus benefits and performance incentives.

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