Senior Staff Accountant

WR Immigration is a global immigration firm known worldwide for its innovation, technology, high touch legal services, and flawless execution. With nine offices in four time zones, the firm provides corporate global visa services in over 100 countries. WR is one of the fastest growing immigration service providers worldwide with over 40 attorneys and 150 immigration professionals working out of offices in Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Oakland, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Shanghai.

This is a full-time, exempt role requiring 2-3 days of in-office presence in our Santa Monica location. Candidates must be local to the Los Angeles area and able to work according to Pacific Time hours.

Senior Staff Accountant (Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP; Santa Monica, CA) :

Provide detailed financial analysis and reporting to management, highlighting key trends and issues. Assist with the preparation of financial statements for partners and external stakeholders. Oversee the accuracy and maintenance of the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures. Review and post adjustments to ensure correct accounting records. Supervise billing processes for assigned offices / partners to ensure timely and accurate invoicing of clients. Review accounts receivable aging reports and manage collections efforts to ensure prompt payment. Coordinate with attorneys and clients to resolve billing discrepancies and disputes. Oversee accounts payable functions, ensuring timely payment to vendors, suppliers, and contractors. Manage vendor relationships and negotiate payment terms where necessary. Reconcile vendor statements and address discrepancies in a timely manner. Oversee and reconcile IOLTA accounts in accordance with legal and ethical requirements. Ensure compliance with state bar regulations and proper allocation of client funds. Assist with the annual budgeting process, including preparing forecasts and financial projections. Provide financial insights and recommendations for improving profitability and cost control. Implement and monitor internal controls to ensure proper safeguarding of assets and adherence to firm policies. Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and respond to audit inquiries. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including law firm accounting standards. Monitor cash flow on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to ensure sufficient liquidity for firm operations. Provide recommendations for improving cash management practices. Work closely with other departments, including human resources, IT, and legal teams, to ensure smooth financial operations. Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement efficiencies through automation and technology. Lead or assist in special financial projects, including mergers, acquisitions, or new practice area development. Provide support for financial analyses related to potential investments, expansions, or other business strategies.

WR Immigration is committed to creating, fostering, and preserving an inclusive environment. We support our team members from all nations and backgrounds to achieve their goals and build a life of their dreams. We recognize that our team members bring different talents, skills, and experiences and their contributions are valuable for our clients and our firm. We believe that it is our responsibility to create an inclusive and respectful workplace that inspires excellence and compassion.

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