Senior Accountant
JCR is a mission-driven organization operating in the legal services space, managing complex, high-volume financial workflows that directly impact people's lives. As we continue to scale, we are seeking a Senior Accountant to help strengthen the integrity, accuracy, and scalability of our accounting operations.
This is a hands-on role suited for a strong technical accountant who also brings operational discipline, sound judgment, and a mindset for process improvement. You will be deeply involved in day-to-day accounting while helping evolve systems and controls to support company growth.
Key Responsibilities
Own core accounting functions including:
- General ledger management
- Accounts receivable
- Bank and account reconciliations
- Journal entries
- Month-end and year-end close processes
- Payroll accounting and payroll-related reconciliations
- Benefits accounting and employer contribution tracking
- Support a high-volume transactional environment (10,000+ transactions monthly).
- Ensure accurate fund tracking and reconciliation in accordance with legal and court-directed requirements.
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements and internal reporting packages.
- Maintain GAAP compliance and uphold strong internal control standards.
- Process regular billing cycles and monitor collections activity.
- Manage accounting related to employee benefits, including employer-paid contributions, benefit invoices, and reconciliations.
- Coordinate and process payments for benefit providers, retirement plans, payroll tax liabilities, and other employee-related obligations.
- Reconcile payroll reports, benefit deductions, employer contributions, and related liability accounts.
- Support audit readiness, documentation, and coordination with external auditors and reviewers.
- Partner cross-functionally on settlements, disbursements, payroll, benefits, and compliance initiatives.
- Improve and optimize cloud-based accounting systems and automation processes.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives across accounting workflows.
- Develop, formalize, and implement accounting policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience in high-volume, multi-account environments
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks
- Experience with payroll accounting, benefits reconciliations, and employer contribution tracking
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, or similar accounting systems
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis)
- CPA preferred but not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $95,000 - $110,000
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
