Senior Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team of award-winning litigators. 

Overview:
The Senior Accountant is a vital position within the Accounting and Finance function of the Firm. With a focus on general ledger review, account reconciliation including month end journal entries and overseeing Treasury activity across multiple bank accounts and entities, this role will be responsible for a variety of assignments including supporting the other team members to ensure goals are reached. The position requires familiarity with accounting practices and procedures and knowledge of a wide variety of prescribed accounting codes and classifications. This position reports to the Controller.

Responsibilities:
• Reconciliations and Month End Journal Entries-
     o Key in all journal entries required to close out the month including deferred rent, prepaid rent, accounts payable accruals and others.
     o Maintain reconciliation schedules for these and other balance sheet accounts.
• Treasury –
     o Daily positive pay, daily banking including managing balances, communicating with staff to make sure accounts are funded for spend, coordinating with Staff Accountant regarding transactional questions.
• Contribute to team SOP preparation as requested.
• Perform analysis and/or reconciliation of the general ledger accounts, identifying issues, researching and developing options and being a part of the implemented solution.
• Evaluate, document and maintain general ledger records in agreement with firm policies and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Participate in the month end and year end closing process, assisting in preparation of financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger.
• Create ad hoc reports and account analysis as needed.
• Continually improve process efficiency to achieve financial results.
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Requirements:
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
• 4 – 6 years of progressive accounting experience
• Knowledge of General Ledger systems, required and knowledge of ProLaw a plus
• Prior experience working at a law firm or professional services firm, a plus
• Must be proficient in MS Office with intermediate knowledge of Excel
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in a fast, dynamic environment and prioritize competing priorities
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and accounting regulations

Benefits:

• Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals
• A variety of healthcare plans (some at no cost to the employee)
• Student loan repayment assistance OR 529 college savings program for attorneys
• 401K matching
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
• Internal education and leadership development programs
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues 

Why Tyson & Mendes? 

We are one of the country’s fastest growing civil defense firms. We have steadily and successfully made our mark as a trailblazer in the legal ecosphere. We are a progressive, dynamic and diverse firm that prides ourselves in breaking the mold upheld by the “traditional” law firm. Here, you will discover an exceptionally smart, deeply talented team of trial lawyers who have continuously made a profound impact on the lives of literally hundreds of thousands of people. From Howell vs. Hamilton Meats, to our many trial wins, our promise is to provide unparalleled service and achieve exceptional results for our clients.

 In addition to our outstanding legal work, we take an innovative approach to law firm management; we invest wholly in our employees. From our specialized internal training program on our proven defense methods, to clear paths to leadership and partnership, we provide the professional development resources and tools needed for attorneys to make significant advancements in their careers - all while building their own brands and becoming sought-after experts in their respective fields.

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