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Senior Accounting Specialist/CPA

Gateway Search Associates
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Philadelphia, PA, US

Salary

$100,000 - $120,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off

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A highly respected, Center City law firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to drive their financial operations. This role offers direct exposure to executive leadership and ownership over the complete financial cycle within a high-caliber environment. This position will report to the CFO and have exposure to all accounting.  
Responsibilities
  • Financial Close Leadership: Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, general ledger accuracy, and complex account reconciliations.
  • Corporate Reporting: Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses for leadership.
  • Treasury & Operations: Oversee daily cash management, operational accounting workflows, and specialized professional distributions (e.g., partner equity/compensation).
  • Compliance & Trust Accounts: Oversee client trust accounts (IOLTA) in strict compliance with legal frameworks, and lead internal control optimization.
  • Tax & Audit Liaison: Coordinate all documentation and schedules for external CPA firms handling annual reviews and tax filings.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • Active CPA or CPA candidate is HIGHLY preferred.
  • Public accounting or professional services firm background is highly desirable 
  • Advanced Excel capabilities and experience optimizing accounting software systems. 
  • Absolute discretion, strong executive presence, and the confidence to interact directly with partners and C-suite leadership.


  • Benefits

  • Company-sponsored Medical insurance coverage
  • Dental insurance
  • Comprehensive vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan  includes matching company contributions.
  • Paid Time Off 
  • Hybrid schedule
  • and much more!​






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