Staff Accountant

DYADlaw. P.C.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in California is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial operations, including cash flow management and compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA preferred, and 3–5 years of accounting experience. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, handling accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining client trust accounts. Competitive compensation ranges from $60,000 to $75,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of accounting experience; experience in law firm preferred.
• Knowledge of trust/IOLTA account management strongly preferred.
• High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting functions including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

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

CPA (preferred)

Tools

QuickBooks

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

This role is responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining financial accuracy, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The Accountant will update cash flow management, financial reporting, forecasting, and the administration of client trust/IOLTA and legal deposit accounts.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations, payroll, and obligations.
• Maintain and reconcile client trust (IOLTA) and legal deposit accounts in strict compliance with ethical and legal requirements.
• Assist in developing financial forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses to support business planning and decision-making.
• Support external audits, tax preparation, and regulatory filings by preparing required documentation.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Collaborate with management to provide insights into financial performance and recommend cost efficiencies or process improvements.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records in accordance with retention policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or progress toward CPA preferred, but not required.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience; prior law firm or professional services experience is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with trust/IOLTA account management strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks or similar), Google Sheets, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.

Compensation

Compensation: $60,000-$75,000 per year