The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing the day-to-day accounting functions for assigned law firm clients while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and high-quality financial reporting. This role bridges transactional bookkeeping and higher-level accounting analysis by owning reconciliations, reviewing financial data, identifying issues, and supporting advisory-focused reporting.
The Staff Accountant works independently on multiple client accounts, collaborates closely with accountants and leadership, and contributes to the delivery of accurate financial insights that support strategic decision-making for clients.
This position is remote in Mexico.
Compensation:
$2800 monthly
Responsibilities:
Roles & Responsibilities
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Manage multiple client accounts independently with minimal supervision.
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Prepare and maintain accurate monthly financial statements and supporting workpapers.
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Review & code transactions in QuickBooks Online.
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Perform bank, credit card, loan, trust, and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Analyze client financial data and identify discrepancies, unusual trends, or accounting issues.
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Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
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Ensure accounting records are complete, organized, and maintained according to firm standards.
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Support CFO reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis projects.
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Maintain accurate workpapers and documentation for internal review and tax preparation.
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Communicate professionally and proactively with clients and team members.
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Ensure client emails and inquiries are responded to within 24 working hours.
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Escalate client concerns, accounting issues, or workflow blockers appropriately.
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Contribute to process improvement initiatives and operational efficiency projects.
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Stay current on accounting best practices, QuickBooks Online functionality, and internal firm procedures.
Qualifications:-
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
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3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
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Experience working with multiple clients simultaneously preferred.
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Strong QuickBooks Online experience required.
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QuickBooks Online (QBO) Certification preferred.
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Experience with law firm accounting preferred.
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Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive.
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Experience with workflow/project management software preferred.
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Strong understanding of reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
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Public accounting or CAS (Client Accounting Services) experience preferred.
Skills & Expectations
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Strong understanding of accounting concepts and financial statement preparation.
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Ability to work independently while managing multiple clients, deadlines, and priorities.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
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Strong communication and client service mindset.
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Ability to identify issues proactively rather than simply processing transactions.
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Willingness to learn advisory-focused accounting and financial strategy concepts.
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Ability to adapt to evolving systems, workflows, and technology.
About Company
Silver Peaks Accounting Services, LLC is the strategic advisory firm for law-driven visionaries. We provide CFO-level advisory, tax strategy, and accounting services to law firm owners who value precision over pace, insight over information, and legacy over hustle. Our work begins where traditional accounting ends — at the intersection of financial mastery and leadership.
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