Responsible for reconciling bank accounts, including operating and trust accounts, and resolving all reconciling items monthly
Analyzes the discrepancy to determine root cause to prevent future discrepancies
Coordinates with various Firm departments and Financial Services Teams to correctly post transactions and ensure accuracy
Responsible for entering monthly journal entries for the G/L Team
Responsible for analyzing the G/L monthly to identify improper coding
Review monthly P&L, investigate variances from budget
Ensure transactions are consistently recorded across offices, departments, and accounting periods
Review general ledger every month for all accounts and reclassify transactions recorded incorrectly and as approved by management
Prepare monthly financial statements/general ledger detail and distribute them to approved personnel only
Assist in preparation of year-end work papers used for review/audit by outside accounting firm

Finance or Accounting related college degree required
Minimum of three years of experience in either an external audit or accounting position
Experience with a 'Big 4' accounting firm or law firm is preferred
Ability to organize, prioritize and delegate to ensure the smooth operation of the department
Ability to analyze and assess possible problems, prioritize concerns and make decisions
Ability to adapt schedule to changing work load requirements and lead by personal example
Ability to interface with partners, associates, clients, vendors, directors, managers and support staff
Skills to coordinate various resources to help others meet their objectives
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Professional with ability to properly handle confidential information
Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.

Senior Accountant

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