Staff Accountant

Description:

Aspey, Watkins & Diesel is a 22-attorney, general services law firm serving Northern Arizona for over 50 years. The Staff Accountant role supports the law firm's Financial Controller and performs key functions within the accounting office.

*Minimum Qualifications:*

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required

· Two years of increasingly responsible accounting experience required, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment

*Required Skills/Abilities:*

· Thorough understanding of accounting practices and procedures

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and accounting software

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills

· Ability to handle confidential information with integrity

· Ability to work well under pressure

*Preferred Skills:*

· Understanding of trust/IOLTA accounting and compliance requirements

· Experience with practice management software (e.g., Centerbase, Litify, Clio, or equivalent)

*Duties/Responsibilities:*

· Review vendor invoices for accuracy, ensure proper approvals, and allocate costs to the appropriate general ledger accounts.

· Maintain up-to-date vendor records, collect and manage W-9 forms, and prepare annual 1099 filings in compliance with IRS requirements.

· Ensure compliance with firm policies, GAAP, and state bar trust accounting regulations.

· Prepare and process client expense payments in a timely and accurate manner.

· Record and track client settlements and related disbursements.

· Monitor expenses and assess cash flow needs to support firm operations.

· Review and process attorney and staff expense reimbursement requests.

· Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

· Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.

· Maintain current knowledge of accounting principles, industry regulations, and best practices.

· Engage in professional development and continuing education relevant to the position.

· Perform other related accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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