Lowndes, an AV-rated premier law firm based in Downtown Orlando serving clients throughout Florida and nationwide, is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting Department. 

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Independently audit compliance to Accounts Payable policies and expense narrative requirements.
• Investigate budgeted expense submissions for validation.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations using required software.
• Perform complex finance, accounting, and bookkeeping duties.
• Reconcile multiple bank accounts and initiate bank wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate Excel spreadsheets/databases for budgeted expenses.
• Assist CFO with financial reporting and budgeting.
• Develop and document accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform detailed accounting and financial management duties.
• Review and resolve discrepancies in accounting records.

The Essential Functions of this role are:

• Review and resolve accounting problems and discrepancies.
• Prepare complex schedules/analysis using Excel and Word.
• Coordinate production of monthly financial reports.
• Prepare analysis and schedules for annual financial statements and tax returns.
• Serve as backup for all positions within the Accounting Department.

The Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Required are:

• Team Player
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and fiscal record keeping.
• Familiarity with modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Highly motivated and customer service oriented.
• Law firm experience and/or experience with Aderant preferred.

The Education Requirements are:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of technical training and years of experience.

Other Duties for this role include:

• Perform necessary operations to maintain workflow and meet schedules.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Participate in meetings and task force groups.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.