Staff Accountant

IMS Legal Strategies is a trusted partner to law firms and corporations worldwide, providing the expertise and technology needed to solve dispute-related challenges and protect reputations. IMS delivers strategic solutions for the entire litigation lifecycle, including advisory and analytical support, specialized expert witness services, data-driven jury consulting, powerful trial graphics, and seamless presentation technology. Our integrated teams have decades of practical experience in more than 65,000 cases and 6,500 trials.

“Together, we win” is the IMS company motto and a genuine philosophy that guides our work with clients, experts, and one another. From entry-level to executives, we are driven by five core values: 1) Ownership Thinking, 2) Humble Confidence, 3) Quality and Excellence, 4) Honor the Relationship, and 5) Operate as One.

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant, Acquisitions & Integrations will play an integral role within the finance and accounting team, with a specialized focus on supporting accounting activities related to newly acquired entities and integration efforts. The position will participate in the corporate close process, prepare journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and assist with integration-related accounting tasks such as data validation, reconciliations between legacy and target systems, and documentation of standard workflows. The ideal candidate will efficiently and accurately manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and communicate effectively with cross-functional partners. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented, analytical accounting professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is eager to support process improvements as acquired companies are integrated into standard financial systems and workflows.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare journal entries and supporting analyses
• Assist with the monthly close process for corporate and newly acquired entities
• Maintain financial reports and general ledger accounts
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with reviewing and analyzing financial statements and reports
• Respond to information requests from internal stakeholders and external partners
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
• Support integration-related accounting activities, including data validation, reconciliation of legacy system balances, and review of information needed for system imports
• Assist with chart of accounts mapping and standardization efforts under the guidance of senior accounting team members
• Document and help maintain standard workflows, close checklists, and integration-related process materials
• Help identify process gaps, reconciliation issues, or data discrepancies and escalate items appropriately
• Participate in accounting and integration projects as needed
• Assist in other areas of accounting as needed

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Possesses an intuitive and numbers-focused skill set with strong critical thinking skills
• Excels in the ability to comprehend and produce accurate analytical data
• Requires excellent time management and multi-tasking skills
• Requires strong written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of working effectively under pressure while handling heavy workloads and time-sensitive work constraints in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to take initiative, move assigned tasks forward, and identify opportunities for process improvements
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize, validate, and reconcile financial data accurately
• Comfortable working with accounting systems, spreadsheets, and system-generated data
• Ability to support integration activities such as field mapping validation, data reconciliations, and post-cutover issue tracking under the guidance of senior team members
• Collaborative and able to work closely with Finance, Operations, IT, and acquired-entity teams in a cooperative, team-oriented manner
• Must be a self-starter, well-organized, and detail-oriented individual who can work closely with staff members at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrates high level of positive energy and drive
• Reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality is critical for this position

EDUCATION & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Accounting or Finance, or similar combination of education and experience in accounting required
• 1-3 years of accounting experience required
• 2+ years of experience in mergers, acquisitions, and integrations required
• Law/consulting firm accounting administration a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) required
• Strong Excel skills required; experience with pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations, or data analysis a plus
• Excellent typing and 10-key skills
• Intacct experience a plus; experience with similar accounting or ERP systems also considered
• Experience supporting accounting system implementations, acquisition integrations, or data conversion activities a plus
• Working knowledge of GAAP

IMS Legal Strategies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.