Jr. Staff Accountant

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Boca Raton (FL); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a detail-oriented Jr. Staff Accountant to support the firm's financial operations.

The role involves maintaining accurate ledgers, assisting with monthly and year-end close, reconciliations, and supporting billing, trust accounting, and financial reporting functions. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 2–3 years of experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and advanced formulas.
• Experience with accounting software and financial reporting systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and supporting schedules.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Perform reconciliations of bank, credit card, trust accounts, and balance sheet.
• Assist with client billing, collections, and revenue tracking.
• Prepare financial reports, variance analyses, and management reporting packages.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with year-end audits, tax filings, and external accountant requests.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and accuracy.

Connaissances

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Outils

Accounting software

Financial reporting systems

Pivot tables in Excel

Description du poste

A growing law firm in Boca Raton, Florida is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Jr. Staff Accountant to support the firm's financial operations. The Jr. Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with monthly and year-end close processes, managing reconciliations, and supporting billing, trust accounting, and financial reporting functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and supporting schedules.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Perform bank, credit card, trust account, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor and reconcile attorney trust accounts in compliance with Florida Bar regulations.
• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with client billing, collections, and revenue tracking.
• Prepare financial reports, variance analyses, and management reporting packages.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with year-end audits, tax filings, and external accountant requests.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Support special projects and other accounting-related responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and advanced formulas.
• Experience with accounting software and financial reporting systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.