Description
We are in the market for a motivated candidate to join our team at a national law firm, as a General Ledger Accountant. The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of work experience, preferably in a professional services environment. This GL Accountant will play a key role in the finance function in our Walnut Creek HQ office, working under the direction of the Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities
- Financial Statement Reconciliations and Account Analysis
- Participation in month-end and year end closing procedures by preparing journal entries and supporting schedules
- Research and resolve the Unidentified Receipts as well as Unapplied Receipts
- Investigate and resolve WIP Credit
- Financial analysis of operations, reporting and reclassifications of transactions
- Maintain Rent Schedules and Contracts
- Fixed Assets Reconciliation
- Manage local sales and property tax filings across multiple offices
- Oversee the use of Company Credit Cards, book expenses, as incurred
- Collaborate with Collections, Trust, Payroll and AP Departments, when necessary
- Help evaluate, recommend and implement new financial accounting controls and procedures.
- Special projects as assigned by the CAO
Requirements
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is Required
- Technically proficient in accounting across multiple functions
- Working knowledge of GAAP, systems, practices, controls and procedures.
- Working towards a CPA qualification preferred
- ERP systems experience required.
- Ability to juggle multiple projects and respond quickly to changing priorities
- Ability to work independently with little direction
- Excellent verbal communication and organizational skills
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills.
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