Staff Accountant

Our client, a law firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant for a full-time role in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, GA. This is working fully onsite, so candidates must be local to the area and within a reasonable commute.

This role supports a broad range of accounting functions essential to the firm’s operational and financial integrity. The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced professional environment.

General Accounting & Month-End Close -

• Prepare monthly account reconciliations, journal entries, salary accruals for non-exempt employees, and recurring entries related to banking, credit cards, and escrow activity.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client and firm financial information.
• Process incoming payments and accurately apply them to client accounts.
• Reconcile internal ledgers and bank statements.
• Assist with daily cash reporting and updates to the firm’s Daily Cash Flow Statement.

• Process and post transactions related to Stripe, Law Pay, and other payment platforms.
• Support File Funding transactions at month-end.
• Enter and maintain trust account data.

• Update and maintain daily operational reports, including Orders and Cancellations.
• Manage monthly Adaptive Planning updates and financial downloads.
• Support Title Services accounting functions as assigned.
• Assist with accounting-related special projects as needed.
• Collaborate professionally with attorneys, staff, clients, and vendors to support financial workflows.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2+ years of accounting experience in a professional environment.
• Proficiency with standard business software, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as Coyote Analytics, Workday Adaptive, Soft Pro, and Law Pay is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to resolve routine accounting issues.
• Professional communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment.

• Role may require occasional extended hours, particularly during financial close cycles.
• Standard professional office environment.

Base Salary: $80-85,000. Final determination of salary will be based on an evaluation of experience, education, budget, etc.