Staff Accountant

Robert Half - Cleveland, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Cleveland, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Staff Accountant position at Robert Half in Cleveland, Ohio, involves overseeing budgetary and regulatory compliance within a law office environment. The role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of finance-related activities, contributing to the firm's growth and expansion.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan and improve processes administered by the Financial Department.
• Oversee the management, maintenance, and analysis of all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to verify compliance with government and banking regulations.
• Assist in decision-making processes by preparing comprehensive documents such as financial statements and forecasts.
• Implement and uphold practices, procedures, and policies across all programs to meet local, state, and federal legal requirements.
• Analyze market trends to maximize profits and expansion, aiding the development and support of short and long-term operational strategies.
• Provide rigorous oversight of the firm's funds and expenditures, continually evaluating the protection and effectiveness of company assets, procedures, policies, and workflow.
• Supervise staff members and provide support to the accounting team, fostering a productive and trusting work environment.

Requirements

• Possess a minimum of 1 year of experience as a Staff Accountant or in a similar role.
• Proficient in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management.
• Skilled in conducting Bank Reconciliations and managing General Ledger.
• Experience in handling Journal Entries and performing Month End Close.
• Familiar with accounting software like NetSuite and QuickBooks.
• Experienced in Billing and Legal Billing procedures.
• Capable of performing Account Reconciliation effectively.
• Proficient in Financial Statement Preparation and Forecasting.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.
• Must have an ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan