Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Title: Contract-to-Hire Senior Accountant

Location: Downtown Houston, TX

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: Competitive, based on experience

Job Description:

On behalf of our client, a highly respected law firm in Downtown Houston, we are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is a fantastic opportunity for accounting professionals looking to bring their expertise to a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing general accounting operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards, and managing Sage accounting software.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the firm’s general accounting functions: post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and maintain the general ledger (Source: SG25 US Finance and Accounting.doc).

Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including financial statement preparation and supporting documentation.

Ensure all accounting practices comply with GAAP principles, maintaining accuracy and consistency in financial reporting (Source: SG25 US Finance and Accounting.doc).

Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities, including payment processing, reconciliations, and resolving any discrepancies in receivables.

Leverage Sage accounting software for data management, reporting, and extensive financial analysis.

Provide audit support, including reconciliations, documentation, and explanations as required.

Collaborate with legal and administrative teams to ensure seamless financial operations and adherence to reporting standards.

Identify and implement process improvements for optimization within accounting workflows.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field; CPA certification is strongly preferred (Source: SG25 US Finance and Accounting.doc).

A minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within professional services; prior experience in a law firm is highly desirable.

Firm understanding of GAAP standards and their application in financial reporting.

Proven experience managing AP and AR processes, including handling payment schedules, collections, and reconciliations.

Proficiency in Sage accounting software; experience with additional ERP systems is a plus.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, macros) are required (Source: SG25 US Finance and Accounting.doc).

Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a meticulous eye for accuracy and attention to detail.

Why Join?

Opportunity to work with a prestigious law firm in the heart of Downtown Houston.

A chance to partner with a collaborative team in a fast-paced, engaging work environment.

Long-term career growth potential with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role after the contract period.

If you are a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant with the skills and expertise listed above, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Submit your resume today to join an exceptional team and take the next step in your accounting career!