Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant The Ward Law Group, PL - 4.5 Miami Lakes, FL Job Details Full-time 18 hours ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Accounts receivable management Bachelor's degree Excel data analysis Full Job Description Company Description The Ward Law Group, voted best places to work for the past two years is where your work really matters! Where serving the community and genuinely driving results have made us a leader in personal injury. We offer an innovated and fast paced ever evolving environment that allows you to earn as you grow. We empower our employees to make the best decision to impact our clients through collaborative team efforts. We are a nontraditional, highly accountable, yet vibrant group of professionals. Get ready to experience a comfortable atmosphere as our onboarding process allows for a soft place to land. Our core values center on service—to our clients, our teammates, and our community—guided by principles of faith, accountability, leadership, and loyalty. Job Description The Staff Accountant will play a critical role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the firm. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, QuickBooks or NetSuite, and advanced Excel functions. This role is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial best practices.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (EST) Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversee all AP and AR functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing Review, verify, and reconcile invoices, expenses, and receipts Manage vendor payments and maintain strong vendor relationships Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding receivables Reconcile client trust accounts in accordance with legal and ethical guidelines General Accounting Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports Perform bank and credit card reconciliations Maintain and improve accounting policies and procedures QuickBooks / NetSuite Management Utilize QuickBooks or NetSuite to manage financial data Generate and analyze financial reports Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and timely Excel & Data Analysis Use advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, etc.) Develop and maintain financial models and reporting dashboards Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Compliance & Audit Support Support audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies Assist with tax preparation in coordination with external accountants Qualifications Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum 5+ years of accounting experience (law firm or professional services preferred) Experience handling high-volume transactions and multiple entities Strong proficiency in QuickBooks or NetSuite and Microsoft Excel Solid understanding of AP/AR processes and financial reporting High attention to detail with strong analytical skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred Experience in a personal injury or legal services firm Familiarity with client trust accounting / IOLTA rules Experience with case management or billing systems (e.g., Litify / Salesforce) Additional Information The Ward Law Group is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at The Ward Law Group via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from The Ward Law Group HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of The Ward Law Group. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by The Ward Law Group as a result of the referral or through other means.