Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is a firm that excels in family, estate planning & probate, and criminal law matters. We have (11) offices in Texas : (2) offices in Houston (Corporate and River Oaks,) and (1) office in Atascocita, Humble, Kingwood, The Woodlands, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Humble.

Join our dynamic finance team as a Staff Accountant , where your meticulous eye for detail and analytical prowess will safeguard the integrity of our financial records. In this pivotal role, you will go beyond the general ledger—coordinating month-end closings, driving strategic budgeting, and translating complex data into actionable insights for the entire organization. We are seeking a proactive professional who excels at cross-functional collaboration and thrives in a supportive environment dedicated to career growth. If you are ready to contribute to our financial success while honing your expertise in a fast-paced firm, we invite you to apply and help us foster a culture of financial accountability.

Staff Accountants will have a meticulous eye for detail and analytical prowess will safeguard the integrity of our financial records. In this pivotal role, you will go beyond the general ledger—coordinating month-end closings, driving strategic budgeting, and translating complex data into actionable insights for the entire organization. Will be proactive and excel at cross-functional collaboration and thrives in a supportive environment dedicated to career growth. If you are ready to contribute to our financial success while honing your expertise in a fast-paced
firm, we invite you to apply and help us foster a culture of financial accountability.
Key Responsibilities

Compliance and Controls

• Ensure adherence to internal accounting policies and approval workflows.
• Maintain separation of operating and trust-related transactions in
• compliance with legal accounting standards.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Monitor AP aging and ensure timely payment to avoid penalties and maintain vendor relationships.

Reconciliation and Reporting

• Reconcile accounts payable subledger to general ledger.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare AP aging reports and assist in cash flow forecasting.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve billing issues proactively.

Vendor and Interdepartmental Collaboration

• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and payment disputes.
• Collaborate with attorneys, office managers, HR, and operations to ensure proper documentation and approvals.

Process Improvement

• Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend workflow improvements.
• Assist in implementation or optimization of accounting systems and automation tools.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Strong understanding of accounting software and databases, such as QuickBooks or SAP. Experience with Clio (or similar software) a huge plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and or Google Suite; and other financial analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, orsimilar ERP systems).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting principles.
• Familiarity with trust accounting procedures is a plus.

Work Environment:
This role will work onsite Monday-Friday, professional casual dress code, collaborative and welcomes a growth mind set

Benefits

• Competitive Pay!
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, as well as Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
• A robust 401K plan with a match of up to 5%.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.