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Senior Staff Accountant

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Gallagher Evelius & Jones is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join its finance and accounting team. In coordination with the Director of Finance, this position oversees day-to-day accounting operations and produces a variety of financial reports, including key performance metrics aligned with the firm’s strategic goals. The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate a high level of accuracy in executing core accounting functions, and the ability to take initiative and communicate effectively while collaborating with the firm’s attorneys and support staff.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, including general ledger review, preparation of journal entries, and account reconciliations.
  • Prepare accurate financial statements and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements along with financial variance analysis. 
  • Provide billing support as needed, including interaction with attorneys and clients on matter inquires.
  • Maintain and monitor the various department shared inboxes for timely processing and responses.
  • Assist with annual audits and the preparation of annual tax returns.
  • Serve as a leader to other team members by providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
  • Assisting the Director of Finance with other special projects/assignments, as needed.

Skills

The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Microsoft Office products, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas. They will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, accuracy in their work, and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work independently with minimal supervision, and effectively triage and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment. Additionally, they should be proactive with developing leadership and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Experience and Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a related field and 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with demonstrated expertise in financial analysis, month-end and year-end close processes, and audit support.

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