Job Overview
Expanding multi-state law firm located in Salem, New Hampshire is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to join growing accounting team.
The Senior Accountant is a key member of the firm’s accounting team and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer. In collaboration with the CFO, the Senior Accountant will play a critical role in carrying out the department’s objectives. This position is well suited for an accounting professional looking to expand on their current experience and learn about this industry. The role features a variety of general accounting responsibilities, including analysis work, and industry specific duties. A well-qualified candidate must be versatile, have a solid working knowledge of general ledger and U.S. GAAP, have excellent analytical and critical thinking skills and be able to communicate and summarize financial data clearly and accurately
Duties
- Preparing journal entries
- Preparing general ledger account reconciliations
- Sending outgoing wire transfers
- Processing daily debit card transactions
- Preparing various ad hoc analyses
- Preparing deliverables for year-end financial statement review
- Assisting with deliverables for client audits
- Assisting others on accounting team on occasion as needed
- Completing projects and other accounting work assigned by CFO
Requirements and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with at least three years of relevant experience
- Experience with accounting systems (QuickBooks is a plus)
- Proficient using MS Excel at intermediate level
- Solid understanding and experience with general ledger, financial statements and U.S. GAAP
- Ability to analyze financial data and identify and resolve discrepancies
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, dependable
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Possess a positive work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality
Schedule
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with occasional extended hours
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- What appeals to you about this position? What makes you a good fit?
Education:
Experience:
- relevant accounting : 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Salem, NH 03079 (Required)
Work Location: In person
