You haven't searched anything yet.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team of award-winning litigators.
Overview:
The Senior Accountant is a vital position within the Accounting and Finance function of the Firm. With a focus on general ledger review, account reconciliation including month end journal entries and overseeing Treasury activity across multiple bank accounts and entities, this role will be responsible for a variety of assignments including supporting the other team members to ensure goals are reached. The position requires familiarity with accounting practices and procedures and knowledge of a wide variety of prescribed accounting codes and classifications. This position reports to the Controller.
Responsibilities:
• Reconciliations and Month End Journal Entries-
o Key in all journal entries required to close out the month including deferred rent, prepaid rent, accounts payable accruals and others.
o Maintain reconciliation schedules for these and other balance sheet accounts.
• Treasury –
o Daily positive pay, daily banking including managing balances, communicating with staff to make sure accounts are funded for spend, coordinating with Staff Accountant regarding transactional questions.
• Contribute to team SOP preparation as requested.
• Perform analysis and/or reconciliation of the general ledger accounts, identifying issues, researching and developing options and being a part of the implemented solution.
• Evaluate, document and maintain general ledger records in agreement with firm policies and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Participate in the month end and year end closing process, assisting in preparation of financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger.
• Create ad hoc reports and account analysis as needed.
• Continually improve process efficiency to achieve financial results.
• Perform other duties as required by management.
Requirements:
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
• 4 – 6 years of progressive accounting experience
• Knowledge of General Ledger systems, required and knowledge of ProLaw a plus
• Prior experience working at a law firm or professional services firm, a plus
• Must be proficient in MS Office with intermediate knowledge of Excel
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in a fast, dynamic environment and prioritize competing priorities
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and accounting regulations
Benefits:
Why Tyson & Mendes?
We are one of the country’s fastest growing civil defense firms. We have steadily and successfully made our mark as a trailblazer in the legal ecosphere. We are a progressive, dynamic and diverse firm that prides ourselves in breaking the mold upheld by the “traditional” law firm. Here, you will discover an exceptionally smart, deeply talented team of trial lawyers who have continuously made a profound impact on the lives of literally hundreds of thousands of people. From Howell vs. Hamilton Meats, to our many trial wins, our promise is to provide unparalleled service and achieve exceptional results for our clients.
In addition to our outstanding legal work, we take an innovative approach to law firm management; we invest wholly in our employees. From our specialized internal training program on our proven defense methods, to clear paths to leadership and partnership, we provide the professional development resources and tools needed for attorneys to make significant advancements in their careers - all while building their own brands and becoming sought-after experts in their respective fields.
Click here to learn more about the Tyson & Mendes Office!
(944) The Tyson & Mendes Office - YouTube
OK, now for the legal copy (we are a law firm, after all). It is Tyson & Mendes’ policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. By the way, if you read all of this, congratulations – we can already tell your attention to detail is exceptional.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS/EMPLOYEES OF TYSON & MENDES: Please take notice that the Firm collects certain information about you. For more information on the Firm’s policies, please refer to the document provided here.
Follow along with the firm on Twitter and LinkedIn, or visit www.tysonmendes.com.
No recruiters/agencies
#li-remote
Full Time
Business Services
$102k-124k (estimate)
04/24/2024
06/23/2024
tysonmendes.com
SAN RAFAEL, CA
100 - 200
2002
Private
LYNN M ALLEN
$10M - $50M
Business Services
The job skills required for Senior Accountant include Accounting, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Attention to Detail, etc. Having related job skills and expertise will give you an advantage when applying to be a Senior Accountant. That makes you unique and can impact how much salary you can get paid. Below are job openings related to skills required by Senior Accountant. Select any job title you are interested in and start to search job requirements.
The following is the career advancement route for Senior Accountant positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Senior Accountant, it can be promoted into senior positions as a Bookkeeping Manager that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Senior Accountant. You can explore the career advancement for a Senior Accountant below and select your interested title to get hiring information.
If you are interested in becoming a Senior Accountant, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Senior Accountant for your reference.
Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.
Quotes from people on Senior Accountant job description and responsibilities
Senior Accountant prepares financial analyses and reports.
04/16/2022: Corpus Christi, TX
Their functions include coordinating accounting functions and programs.
03/01/2022: Yakima, WA
They also prepare revenue projections and forecasting expenditure and assisting with preparing and monitoring budgets.
03/20/2022: New Bedford, MA
Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
02/12/2022: Alexandria, LA
Senior accountants take ownership of reporting costs, productivity, margins and expenditures for companies and organizations.
03/31/2022: Chicago, IL
Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.
Career tips from people on Senior Accountant jobs
Assist with annual audit preparations.
01/27/2022: Anchorage, AK
Investigate and resolve audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
02/01/2022: Savannah, GA
Prepare federal, state, local, and special tax returns.
02/21/2022: Dothan, AL
Contribute to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.
03/24/2022: Billings, MT
Perform other accounting duties and supporting junior staff as required or assigned.
01/20/2022: Brockton, MA
Step 3: View the best colleges and universities for Senior Accountant.