What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Staff Accountant position at Ice Miller LLP?
Job Summary: Ice Miller’s finance and accounting team is looking for a high-caliber self-starter that will work closely with the Controller and Director of Finance to support the firm’s accounting function. The Senior Staff Accountant will be responsible for all general accounting functions, ensuring proper accounting processes and controls, as well as producing highly visible financial statements that drive the economic decision-making for the firm. This position will also play an integral role in the operational efficiency of the department, supporting initiatives around process improvement. The employee must be capable of working in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive materials and maintain strict confidentiality due to the nature of the position.
Essential Job Duties:
- Lead and execute monthly, and annual close processes
- Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger activity
- Perform and review account reconciliations, ensuring discrepancies are resolved, including the firm’s capital budget and fixed asset processes.
- Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules
- Analyze variances and provide insights to management
- Ensure compliance with modified GAAP and company accounting policies
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
- Lead internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules
- Maintain and improve accounting processes and internal controls
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams on financial matters
- Assist with system implementations, process improvements, and special projects
- Collaborate with Financial Systems team to ensure accounting software is operating as intended
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4–7 years of accounting experience, with law firm experience strongly preferred
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of GAAP
- Experience with legal accounting platforms preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with attorneys and leadership
- Integrity and discretion handling confidential financial information
Other Requirements:
The requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equipment Operated:
This position requires extensive use of a computer and telephone. This position also requires the use of printing, copying, faxing and scanning equipment.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; stand; talk; see; and hear.
Mental Requirements:
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions while traveling. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Ice Miller is committed to recruiting, developing and retaining talented attorneys and professional staff from all backgrounds. To succeed, we take great pride in a culture where everyone at Ice Miller feels respected, is treated fairly and has the opportunity to perform at the highest potential.
Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.
Ice Miller LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits provided include Paid time off, Health insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, 401k (with an employer match), life insurance, and many others. Please reach out for a comprehensive list of benefits provided.
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000