Staff Accountant - Contractor
hace 10 días
Redlands
Job DescriptionSalary: $30-$33 an hour DB Legal Support is a trusted leader in the legal services industry, delivering exceptional operational and administrative support to law firms and legal teams. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join our team on a temporary, contract basis and contribute to our growing financial operations. What Were Looking For We highly prefer candidates with prior experience working in the legal industryparticularly in plaintiffs lawwithin an accounting or finance capacity. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of legal accounting practices, trust accounting, and case-related financial workflows. The Contractor Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing timely reports, and supporting day-to-day accounting functions in a fast-paced legal environment. Scope of Work and Responsibilities: • Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts and post journal entries, • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP, • Conduct bank and credit card reconciliations, • Oversee accounts payable and receivable transactions, • Process employee expense reimbursements and monitor adherence to policy, • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, • Support audit preparation and respond to auditor requests, • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, • Maintain accuracy and integrity of data within accounting software, • Provide ad hoc reports and financial insight as needed, • Complete additional project-based accounting tasks as assigned. Qualifications and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required, • Minimum 3 years of professional accounting experience (law firm or service industry preferred), • In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial controls, • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar), • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines, • Hourly rate: $30 -$33 per hour (commensurate with experience), • Location: On-site at our Redlands, CA office, • Contract length: initial 3-month term with potential for extension., • Classification: This is a 1099 independent contractor position. Contractor will not be entitled to employee benefits or tax withholdings and is responsible for managing their own tax obligations and insurance coverage. DB Legal Support provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics, protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training.