Senior Accountant

Los Angeles, CAClient Opportunities – Accounting /Regular Full-time /On-siteGHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.Position OverviewA reputable law firm in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This fully onsite role will oversee general accounting functions, support month-end close, manage trust accounting compliance, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate has experience in professional services or legal environments and understands the nuances of law firm accounting, including client trust accounts and partner distributions.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & CloseLead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processesPrepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activityAssist with preparation of financial statements and management reportsPerform variance analysis and provide financial insights to firm leadershipEnsure compliance with GAAP and firm accounting policiesTrust & Legal AccountingOversee client trust (IOLTA) accounts and ensure compliance with State Bar regulationsReconcile trust accounts and monitor client retainersCoordinate billing, collections, and revenue recognition processesAssist with contingency fee and matter-based accounting as applicableOperational AccountingManage fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expensesSupport accounts payable and payroll processingAssist with partner compensation calculations and distributionsMaintain internal controls and recommend process improvementsAudit & ComplianceSupport annual audit and tax preparation processesEnsure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirementsMaintain proper documentation and accounting recordsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required4+ years of progressive accounting experienceExperience in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferredKnowledge of trust accounting and IOLTA compliance preferredStrong understanding of GAAPCPA or CPA-eligible preferredProficiency in accounting systems (Elite, Aderant, or similar legal billing software preferred)Advanced Excel skills$90,000 - $110,000 a year#GHJSS #LI-JE1We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.