Junior Accountant

Junior AccountantLocation: Cleveland, OH (In-Office)Salary: $50,000 – $60,000Position OverviewA premier, Am Law 200 law firm with a strong Midwest presence is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their legal accounting team in Cleveland. This role supports daily financial operations across General Accounting, Cash Applications, and Accounts Payable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDaily Accounting Operations: Process, record, and maintain daily financial transactions—including accounts receivable, vendor invoices, and cash receipts—in compliance with firm policies.Accounts Payable & Disbursements: Review, code, and input vendor invoices with appropriate approvals. Prepare electronic payments and check runs under established internal controls.Reconciliations & Closing: Assist with bank, general ledger, and subsidiary ledger account reconciliations. Support month-end and year-end closing activities, journal entries, and financial schedules.Discrepancy Resolution: Research and resolve account variances, vendor inquiries, and internal accounting questions in a professional and timely manner.Recordkeeping & Backup Support: Maintain organized accounting files per record retention policies and cross-train across accounting functions to ensure team continuity.Candidate QualificationsEducation: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred (with a solid foundation in basic accounting principles).Experience: Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a similar accounting role.Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) required. Aderant legal accounting software experience is a strong plus.Core Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, high data entry accuracy, strict attention to confidentiality, and excellent written/verbal communication.Work Style: Organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced cubicle environment.Compensation & CultureBase Salary: $50,000 – $60,000 per year.Benefits Package: Full benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, short/long-term disability, life insurance, paid parental leave, and well-being initiatives.Work Environment: Business casual, inclusive, and dedicated to employee development and work-life support.