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Senior Accountant A key financial leadership role within a growing Texas litigation firm — own the numbers, support the firm’s mission, and help build something that lasts. Position:  Full-time Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Location:  Houston, TX (Hybrid – 2 days/week remote after training) Reports To:  Director of Finance Experience:  3–7 years, law firm or professional services preferred BENEFITS –      Medical, dental, and vision insurance –      Life insurance –      Paid time off –      Performance-based compensation structure ABOUT THIS ROLE The Cromeens Law Firm is a growing Texas litigation practice with a performance-driven culture and a strong commitment to both client outcomes and team development. As Senior Accountant, you will serve as the financial backbone of the firm — responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and health of its financial operations. This is a high-trust, high-visibility role. You will work directly with firm leadership, oversee billing and trust accounting compliance, and provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate brings law firm or professional services experience, is deeply organized, and can operate with a high degree of independence while keeping leadership informed. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES General Accounting & Month-End Close –      Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes –      Manage all day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance –      Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and allocation (shared expenses, overhead, etc.) transactions –      Oversee attorney billing operations in coordination with legal staff, including review of prebills, billing adjustments, and invoice generation in Clio –      Administer and reconcile IOLTA and client trust accounts in full compliance with Texas State Bar requirements –      Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule; maintain related records and filings –      Prepare monthly cash, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations Financial Reporting & Analysis –      Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for firm leadership –      Develop and monitor firm budgets and forecasts; track performance against financial targets and explain monthly variances –      Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve financial performance –      Assist in developing KPIs relevant to a law firm environment (utilization, realization, etc.) –      Track and report on collections performance in coordination with the Collections team –      Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support firm operations, growth initiatives, and scalability Audit & Compliance –      Maintain and improve internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures –      Optimize workflows and improve accounting processes within QuickBooks Online –      Assist with external CPA firm coordination and tax preparation REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS –      Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required –      3–7 years of progressive accounting experience; law firm or professional services background highly valued –      Hands-on experience with legal billing software; proficiency with Clio is a significant advantage –      Working knowledge of IOLTA trust accounting rules and Texas State Bar compliance requirements –      Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite (pivot tables, lookups, etc.) –      Experience with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting platforms –      Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy –      Excellent time management abilities; capable of managing multiple deadlines simultaneously –      Professional communication skills and the ability to translate financial data for non-financial stakeholders –      High degree of discretion and integrity in handling confidential financial information –      Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while proactively keeping leadership informed PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS –      Prolonged periods of desk-based work on a computer –      Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds may be required The Cromeens Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, collaborative workplace.