Senior Staff Accountant

Brown & Fortunato; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Fortunato, P.C. is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our national law firm.

This role emphasizes strong general ledger experience, technical accounting skills, and the ability to manage financial operations in a professional services environment. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing financial statements, maintaining the general ledger, overseeing AP/AR, month-end close, and budgeting analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 7+ years of experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or professional services.
• Strong understanding of debits & credits, general ledger accounting, and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas).
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Stable, professional law firm environment with long-term career potential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and timekeeper profitability analysis.
• Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Support internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance initiatives.
• Conduct financial analysis, including annual budgeting and variance analysis.
• Oversee and assist with the billing process, including supporting documentation.
• Support government reporting and compliance requirements.
• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software.
• Work closely with administrative staff while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Excel

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Brown & Fortunato, P.C. is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our national law firm. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with strong general ledger experience, solid technical skills, and the ability to manage financial operations in a professional services environment.

This position offers hands‑on responsibility, interaction with leadership and administrative teams, and the opportunity to contribute to a stable, well‑established organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and timekeeper profitability analysis
• Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month‑end close
• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Support internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance initiatives
• Conduct financial analysis, including annual budgeting and variance analysis
• Oversee and assist with the billing process, including supporting documentation
• Support government reporting and compliance requirements
• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software
• Work closely with administrative staff while managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 7+ years of experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or professional services
• Strong understanding of debits & credits, general ledger accounting, and financial statement preparation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas)
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a deadline‑driven environment
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits package
• Stable, professional law firm environment with long‑term career potential

Why Join Brown & Fortunato?

Brown & Fortunato is a forward‑thinking law firm that values accuracy, integrity, and operational excellence. Your accounting expertise will directly support strategic decision‑making and the continued success of the firm.