Staff Accountant

Dykema

Detroit, MI

Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Dykema Gossett PLLC, a leading national law firm, is recruiting for a Staff Accountant in our Detroit, Michigan office. Start date as soon as possible.

Under the supervision of the Financial Controller, the Staff Accountant is responsible for internal auditing, bank reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, accounting systems balancing, journal entries, fixed asset system maintenance/reporting, personal property tax filings, use tax filings, client trust, and various special projects. The Staff Accountant will serve as back-up to the Senior Accountant.

Staff Accountant Duties:

Performs monthly bank reconciliations for all operating and trust bank accounts. Reviews regional bank account reconciliations prepared by other department team members. Records required journal entries for adjustments. Responsible for reconciling cleared checks for all Firm accounts.
Responsible for daily review of all firm accounts for accuracy against the Accounting System. Monitors accounts for returns (ACH, check) and helps to resolve daily account variances.
Assist with the accounting systems daily balancing, month-end close cycle and year-end close cycle.
Coordinates Client Trust transactions for closings and settlements.
Responsible for reconciliating client credit card payments monthly and resolving issues.
Enters capital assets into the fixed asset software based on in service date. Runs and records all required journal entries for monthly fixed asset depreciation.
Responsible for processing quarterly and annual tax payments for all Dykema entities.
Assist with coordinating and filling all data and document requests related to the financial audits and tax returns.
Assist with the preparation and filing of all firm personal property tax returns. Assist with preparing monthly and annual use tax filings alone with miscellaneous regional business tax filings.
Responsible for organizing accounting files (physical and electronic) including tax filings, leases and bank documents.
Trains new hires on various accounting systems.
Monthly reconciliation of various balance sheet accounts including corporate card program accounts.
Completes special projects as requested.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, or a comparable level of training such as that which may be acquired through additional work experience required.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Must be proficient in accounting software, preferably Aderant.
Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail required.
Requires flexibility and ability to prioritize workload effectively.

Additional Information:

Position requires full-time work, Monday – Friday.
High pace office environment.

Company Description

Dykema Gossett PLLC, a leading national law firm with offices strategically situated in Michigan, Illinois, Washington, D.C., Texas, California, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, values each employee's contributions and time. Dykema hires the brightest, most passionate, and dedicated people to work collaboratively and supportively in providing unparalleled client services. We are committed to and appreciative of a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive. Dykema is a proud equal opportunity employer and is Mansfield Certified. To help drive inclusion, diversity, and well-being, Dykema provides Employee Resource Groups - PRIDE, Multicultural, Child Caregivers and Adult Caregivers. Dykema also offers an Employee Assistance Program, which includes access to mental health and financial services.

It is the Firm’s policy to provide employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis without regard to the individual’s age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, domestic partner relationship, physical characteristics, disability, or other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

Dykema will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the known disabilities of employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of the jobs involved.

It is the responsibility of every individual concerned with personnel actions, including management, supervision, recruiting, compensation, benefits, promotions, work assignments and training, to ensure that these activities are administered consistent with the Firm’s goal of furthering the principle of equal employment opportunity.

Dykema is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is a proud equal opportunity employer.

Why Work Here?

Dykema provides a competitive salary and generous benefits package, including transportation assistance.

Dykema Gossett PLLC, a leading national law firm with offices strategically situated in Michigan, Illinois, Washington, D.C., Texas, California, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, values each employee's contributions and time. Dykema hires the brightest, most passionate, and dedicated people to work collaboratively and supportively in providing unparalleled client services. We are committed to and appreciative of a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive. Dykema is a proud equal opportunity employer and is Mansfield Certified. To help drive inclusion, diversity, and well-being, Dykema provides Employee Resource Groups - PRIDE, Multicultural, Child Caregivers and Adult Caregivers. Dykema also offers an Employee Assistance Program, which includes access to mental health and financial services. It is the Firm’s policy to provide employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis without regard to the individual’s age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, domestic partner relationship, physical characteristics, disability, or other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. Dykema will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the known disabilities of employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of the jobs involved. It is the responsibility of every individual concerned with personnel actions, including management, supervision, recruiting, compensation, benefits, promotions, work assignments and training, to ensure that these activities are administered consistent with the Firm’s goal of furthering the principle of equal employment opportunity. Dykema is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is a proud equal opportunity employer.