Posted August 17, 2026
Senior Accounting Specialist/CPA
Gateway Search Associates
Philadelphia, PA, US
Full Time
100000USD - 125000USD per year
Job Description
Job Description
Requirements
Benefits
A highly respected, Center City law firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to drive their financial operations. This role offers direct exposure to executive leadership and ownership over the complete financial cycle within a high-caliber environment. This position will report to the CFO and have exposure to all accounting.
Responsibilities
- Financial Close Leadership: Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, general ledger accuracy, and complex account reconciliations.
- Corporate Reporting: Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses for leadership.
- Treasury & Operations: Oversee daily cash management, operational accounting workflows, and specialized professional distributions (e.g., partner equity/compensation).
- Compliance & Trust Accounts: Oversee client trust accounts (IOLTA) in strict compliance with legal frameworks, and lead internal control optimization.
- Tax & Audit Liaison: Coordinate all documentation and schedules for external CPA firms handling annual reviews and tax filings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
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Active CPA or CPA candidate is HIGHLY preferred.
- Public accounting or professional services firm background is highly desirable
- Advanced Excel capabilities and experience optimizing accounting software systems.
- Absolute discretion, strong executive presence, and the confidence to interact directly with partners and C-suite leadership.
Benefits
- Company-sponsored Medical insurance coverage
- Dental insurance
- Comprehensive vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan includes matching company contributions.
- Paid Time Off
- Hybrid schedule
- and much more!
