Financial Analyst / Senior Accountant

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Senior Account/Financial Analyst to join the Accounting team. The ideal candidate will excel in a professional and team-oriented environment. The role requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The position is based in Fort Lauderdale and must operate in accordance with applicable legal accounting standards. The role also supports multi-state operations, including tax and reporting requirements in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple offices and entities

Produce monthly and ad hoc reports, including billing and collections reports

Track financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities

Analyze and report on key financial ratios and operational KPIs

Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements

Accounting Operations & Compliance:

Support month-end and year-end close processes in accordance with firm deadlines

Coordinate with CFO and external auditors the annual audits and tax preparation

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements

File and manage multi-state tax obligations, including:

Sales & Use Tax and tax compliance (FL, NY, NJ, PA)

Tangible Personal Property Tax (as applicable)

Mentor junior accounting staff and assist with training initiatives

Auditing & Compliance:

Coordinate internal and external audit activities

Lead audit preparation, including documentation, testing, and issue resolution

Evaluate internal controls and recommend process improvements

Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards

Conduct risk assessments and support remediation initiatives

General Ledger & Transactions:

Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, and complex account reconciliations

Monitor and reconcile trust, unapplied cash, and work-in-progress (WIP) balances

Maintain the chart of accounts and fixed asset records

Reconcile general ledger accounts, including:

Payroll, deposits, loans, intercompany transactions, and liability accounts

Support year-end closure and reporting for tax filings

Audit financial data and report variances or discrepancies to the CFO

Record expense allocations and inter-office financial activity

Perform bank reconciliations for the firm’s operating and trust accounts

Financial Analysis:

Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management initiatives

Work alongside the Financial Analyst to produce monthly and ad hoc reports, including:

Profitability and performance metrics

Budget vs. actual variance analysis

Analyze financial data and deliver actionable insights to leadership

Assist in developing annual budgets and forecasts

Track financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities

Reporting to Leadership:

Provide regular updates to the CFO and leadership on:

Cash position and daily balances

Financial performance

Compliance and risk considerations

Support strategic decision-making through financial modeling and analysis

Prepare executive-level summaries and reports as needed

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Minimum 5+ years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience, preferably within a law firm environment

Strong knowledge of:

General ledger accounting

Financial reporting and analysis

Budgeting and forecasting

Legal billing and trust accounting practices

Experience with legal accounting software (e.g., Aderant Expert) strongly preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, financial modeling, analysis)

Skills & Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic insights

High level of discretion and confidentiality

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Additional Notes:

This role supports a multi-state law firm environment and must be comfortable working with varying regulatory and tax requirements across jurisdictions

Prior experience with multi-office or regional accounting operations is highly preferred