Staff Accountant

About the role

Joining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full-service firm with more than 170 attorneys and 350 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.

At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well-being with a family-focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you’ll feel at home at McNees.

McNees, Wallace & Nurick is actively seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting department. At McNees, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration - where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact.

Join a dynamic accounting team supporting the financial operations of a multi-office law firm and its affiliated entities. The Staff Accountant is responsible for a broad range of accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance activities. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, leverage technology-driven solutions, and play a key role in maintaining the firm's financial accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions for assigned accounts.
• Complete monthly account reconciliations and ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.
• Maintain vendor W-9 records and prepare and file 1099 forms for the firm and affiliated entities.
• Monitor and manage accounting department inboxes, responding to inquiries and routing requests as appropriate.
• Support daily accounting operations and assist with financial transactions as needed.
• Prepare financial reports, detailed analyses, and monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reporting.
• Gather and organize information for the firm's annual CPA review process.
• Create and post journal entries related to assigned responsibilities.
• Handle sensitive financial and payroll information with a high level of confidentiality.
• Leverage technology to improve efficiency, accuracy, and overall workflow effectiveness.
• Contribute ideas and solutions that enhance accounting processes and departmental operations.
• Perform additional accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with approximately 5 years of accounting experience preferred. Equivalent experience and an Associate degree will be considered.
• Experience with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and account reconciliations.
• Law firm accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Aderant Classic is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with management, attorneys, and staff at all levels.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong follow-through and organizational skills.
• Collaborative team player who proactively shares information and supports colleagues when needed.

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