Staff Accountant

*Staff Accountant* FAHEY SCHULTZ BURZYCH RHODES PLC (“FSBR”) was founded in 2008 and is a growing law firm located in Okemos, Michigan.
This firm fulfills the legal needs of municipalities, businesses, employers, and public utilities in Michigan.
The culture at FSBR is rooted in a genuine respect for, and camaraderie with one another.
FSBR is more than just a job or a steppingstone—it is a place where both attorneys and administrative staff alike come to build a long and meaningful career.
FSBR offers a supportive, motivating, and inclusive work environment that individuals desire to be a part of.
We celebrate individual and firm performances, and collaboratively work together to overcome challenges.
Firm leadership is supportive of team members in their aspirations, goals, and remains personally invested in promoting individual professional development.
While we certainly put an emphasis on hard work and excellence, we also value family, friendships, a prospering community, and a good quality of life.
We employ a talented and experienced legal team with an emphasis on maintaining our firm culture.
Our firm is not only committed to providing high-quality legal expertise to our clients, but also providing a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation for our team members.
FSBR has an immediate opening for a part-time Staff Accountant.
*Summary of Responsibilities* Responsible for monthly billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other accounting functions as directed by the Firm President, Controller and/or Office Manager.
This position is in-person with occasional remote work.
*Specific Job Duties* * All aspects of accounting such as monthly billing, financial statements, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and various special analyses.
* Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
Maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
Responsible for calculations regarding payroll and benefits for employees on flexible arrangements.
Maximizes payroll efficiency through innovative process development.
* Assisting in establishing financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring and reporting standards on semi-monthly, monthly, and annual basis.
* Organizes information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors.
* Assists with supervision of the time and billing clerks.
* Works closely with other firm personnel.
*Job Requirements* *Education and Experience* Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
A qualified candidate will have three-five (3-5) years previous financial accounting or bookkeeping experience.
*Skills and Abilities* * Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Utilize virtual meeting software such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
* Ability to operate office equipment (telephone skills, calculator, copier, etc.
).
* Ability to complete work in an efficient and accurate manner.
* Ability to organize work and projects, prioritize and meet deadlines.
* Contribute to a team effort.
* Ability to effectively multi-task.
Job Type: Part-time Pay: $30.
00 - $35.
00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule Experience level: * 3 years Physical setting: * Office Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Okemos, MI 48864: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Okemos, MI 48864