Freeman Mathis and Gary is a national litigation firm located in the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta, GA. The FMG Staff Accountant role is responsible for supporting the FMG accounting function and reports directly to the Assistant Controller. The Staff Accountant prepares and maintains financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.
The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm: • Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive • Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented • Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive, (within 24 hours) • Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes • Adept and Creative Problem Solver
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform basic Accounting processes, monthly closings, and reviewing account activity
Reconciliation of general ledger accounts
Manage and Monitor Trust account activity including issuing settlement checks, refund trust, unapplied cash, and retainers
Maintain Fixed Assets
Track COBRA
Prepare regular and ad hoc monthly reports
Payment and filing of business taxes, registrations, estimated tax payments and property statements
Maintain capital and operating leases by keeping schedules
Stay up to date on AP processes and serve as a back-up for accounts payable
Additional duties as assigned
Education, Experience and Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related Degree Program required
Accuracy and attention to detail a must
Effective written and oral communication with attorneys, staff, and clients
Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality with a track record of trustworthiness
Proven ability to maintain a calm, courteous and professional demeanor at all times, with a positive attitude
Proficiency with accounting software, a paperless environment and Microsoft Office a plus
Advanced Excel skills
Able to multi-task, be organized and work in a high-pressure
Must be able to think with an analytical mindset
Experience in a professional services firm a plus
What we offer you
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents
Work-life balance
Generous PTO policy
401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution
Firm paid life insurance and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs
EEO Statement
Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment dependent on successful completion of a background check and drug screen.