What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at LHH?
We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee advanced accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting for one of our clients in Midtown Atlanta. This position plays a critical role in managing general ledger activities, trust accounting, fixed assets, and compliance processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment where technology and automation continue to shape workflows.
Core Responsibilities
- Prepare and submit unclaimed property filings and manage escheatment claims.
- Process weekly funding for self-insurance programs via ACH and wire transfers.
- Generate daily cash position reports and reconcile vendor deposits.
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of 1099 forms in accordance with IRS guidelines.
- Maintain and update the fixed asset ledger, including additions, disposals, and related journal entries.
- Produce monthly and quarterly financial reports for leadership, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Assemble partner reporting packages with proper formatting and sequencing.
- Monitor trust account balances and coordinate with attorneys for required actions.
- Manage incoming credit remittance inquiries and post cash transactions.
- Oversee state and local tax compliance and reporting obligations.
- Review foreign currency transactions and assist with special projects as needed.
- Collaborate with the Controller and cross-functional teams on audits, tax filings, and internal reporting.
- Support internal control improvements and ensure compliance with established policies.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience; prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
- Strong understanding of GAAP principles and internal control frameworks.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and ability to work with large data sets.
- Familiarity with accounting systems and aptitude for learning new technologies quickly.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.
- Professional demeanor and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
Preferred: Legal industry experience (non-legal backgrounds will be considered).
Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000