Senior Accountant, Accounting Process and Operations

Our Finance team is responsible for ensuring accurate financial operations and plays a crucial role in managing the Firm’s financial health. Our team handles a wide range of financial activities including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, partner compensation, payroll, treasury and cash flow management to support the Firm’s strategic goals. We are responsible for inventory management including billing and collections, and analysis of client, matter and timekeeper profitability. We oversee statutory accounting and ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. The Finance team also prepares financial statements, reports and analysis to provide insights into the Firm’s financial performance. We work closely with other functions to monitor expenses, optimize financial processes and implement cost-saving initiatives. Through meticulous financial management and strategic planning, the Finance team ensures the Firm’s financial stability and supports its growth objectives. Duties and Accountabilities Act as subject matter expert and the go-to person for accounting policies, processes, procedures and concepts and financial system (3E). Prepare and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including SOPs, user guides, process maps and training materials. Lead the transition of accounting activities from local offices to centralized global teams, ensuring knowledge transfer and process consistency. Conduct statutory accounting and audit compliance activities, including maintaining local chart of accounts, tax codes, and regulatory documentation. Investigate and troubleshoot complex process and system issues collaborating with Financial Operations and Financial Systems teams to resolve. Partner with consultants and internal systems teams to implement new ERP functionalities, including specification development, testing, and training. Perform monthly General Ledger Accounts ("GL") and payroll reconciliations as applicable. Support firm-wide finance projects focused on process standardization and operational efficiency. Provide guidance to other departments on the capabilities and configuration of the 3E financial system. Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives as required. Serve as the GL Finance Data Steward, ensuring data integrity and consistency across systems. Conduct training and provide ongoing support to Global finance teams across the firm. Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses, including expenditure reviews and GL account reconciliations. Salary: $104,562 - $125,650 per year. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Economics, Accounting, or a related field, plus at least 5 years of professional experience as an Accountant, Revenue Tax Specialist, or any occupation, job title, position performing financial and practice management at a law firm. Must also have experience with the following special skills: 5 years of professional experience working in financial operations and systems, ev