Job Description
Job Description
The Opportunity : Senior Staff Accountant
Send resumes to : Hayley.christina@capstonesp.com
Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a prestigious and highly-awarded law firm known for its excellence, integrity, and financial acumen? We are seeking an exceptional Senior Staff Accountant to join our elite Accounting Department. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the financial stability and strategic vision of a firm that has set the standard in the legal industry.
- Law Firm Experience Required
This is more than a job —it is an opportunity to shape the financial future of a renowned law firm that has built its reputation on excellence. You will be part of a dynamic team that values precision, innovation, and strategic financial leadership. In return, we offer :
Top-Tier Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc.Competitive Base Salary & Employee PerksStable and Consistent Environment (Strong Retention)A prestigious and intellectually stimulating work environmentThe opportunity to collaborate with top-tier legal professionalsCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsA culture of excellence where your financial expertise will be valued and rewardedIn this pivotal role, you will oversee financial operations with the utmost discretion, ensuring the firm’s compliance with all regulations while delivering insightful financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making. As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will be a trusted advisor to firm leadership, responsible for safeguarding and optimizing the firm's financial health through meticulous oversight and strategic foresight. If you thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment and possess the sophistication, precision, and expertise required to manage complex financial operations within a law firm, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Overseeing all state and federal tax filings, ensuring full regulatory compliance.Preparing and filing timely and accurate financial statements.Managing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining the firm's financial integrity.Conducting risk analysis to assess operational, compliance, and reputational exposure.Representing the Accounting Department at board meetings, providing financial insights.Strengthening and monitoring the firm’s credit, liquidity, and financial integrity.Preparing and distributing financial reports, productivity statements, and performance evaluations.Managing and reconciling all IOTA transactions, ensuring strict adherence to legal standards.Overseeing bank reconciliations, journal entries, payroll processing, and month-end reporting.Analyzing past financial performance, forecasting future performance, and determining firm equity valuation.Liaising with external CPA firms and auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.Collaborating with attorneys to provide clear and concise financial insights.Leading annual financial audits, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and adherence to best practices.Executing and maintaining the firm’s budget, supporting strategic financial planning.Investigating potential financial violations, enforcing corrective protocols, and upholding regulatory integrity.Working collaboratively with the Accounting Department in a team-oriented, results-driven environment.Required Qualifications
Exceptional command of financial regulations, procedures, and policies, particularly within a law firm setting.Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of three years of IOTA experience in a legal or professional services environment.Technical Expertise : Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with payroll processing.Regulatory Mastery : Strong understanding of financial compliance at all levels of government.Analytical Acumen : Ability to perform financial audits, strategic forecasting, and risk assessments.CPA certification preferred but not required