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Our client, a well-established law firm located in Buckhead, is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Staff Accountant to join their internal accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who values accuracy, confidentiality, and working in a professional services environment.
Staff Accountant Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy across all accounts
- Prepare journal entries and assist with monthly and year-end close processes
- Reconcile bank and trust accounts in accordance with legal accounting standards
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate processing
- Process payroll and ensure proper calculation and remittance of payroll taxes
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting
- Prepare internal financial reports and support external audit processes
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and legal trust accounting rules (including IOLTA)
- Collaborate with firm leadership and external accountants or auditors as needed
Staff Accountant Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience; law firm or professional services experience preferred
- Experience processing payroll and managing payroll tax compliance
- Familiarity with legal billing and accounting software (e.g., Clio, Timeslips, Tabs3) is a plus
- Strong understanding of GAAP and trust account regulations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Staff Accountant Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Retirement plan options
- Supportive, professional work environment with growth potential
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 158015
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Ebony Jean-Louis