Accounting Director Job at Meneses Law in Houston

About the Company:

Meneses Law is an accomplished law firm with an outstanding track record of providing immigration services with the highest professional standards to our clients. We work with thousands of clients across the United States on Adjustment of Status, Visas, Petitions, Labor Certifications, Citizenships, Deportations, Waivers, DACA Renewals, and Asylum matters.

Our headquarters is based out of Houston, Texas and with the expansion to other major cities, our aim is to assist clients to achieve their objectives as placidly and efficiently as possible while minimizing the legal and regulatory risks. The law firm is built on its reputation of providing exceptional customer service delivery coupled with appropriate and outstanding skills, fast turnaround, and the know-how expert of our legal team.

Job Summary:

Meneses Law is seeking a Director of Accounting to oversee all financial operations and serve as a member of the Leadership Team. The Director of Accounting will be responsible for managing the financial health of the firm by providing strategic and operational direction on financial matters. This role includes overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and reporting. The Director of Accounting will work closely with the firm's leadership to support decision- making and ensure financial sustainability and growth.

Director of Accounting Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures aligned with the firm's goals.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the accounting team, including general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable departments. Establish accounting operational processes and implement department KPIs.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports in compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks and maintains responsibility for the fiscal integrity of all financial reporting and operations.
• Identify financial risk and develop mitigations strategies. Conduct financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate the year-end process with internal and external auditors, and manage the audit process.
• Establishes business requirements for system implementations and or enhancements. Proactively engage with key stakeholders on system and procedure enhancements.
• Work closely with the firm's executive team to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Contribute to strategic planning and long-term financial planning.
• Lead and develop the accounting department, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship, training, and performance management to finance/ accounting staff.
• Promote a collaborative and positive work environment within the accounting department.
• Perform other duties or assigned tasks based on departmental needs.

Director of Accounting Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as QuickBooks, Excel, and other relevant applications.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results oriented.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience; MBA or CPA preferred.

Job Types: Full-time

Compensation:

Meneses Law believes in Work Life Balance. Operation hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. plus 2 Saturdays a month for certain positions.

Being hired by Meneses Law as the Director of Accounting means that you will have the opportunity to:

• Earn $130K - $140K per year (based on experience)
• Learn from top reps through our Training program.
• Be part of a positive culture
• Earn individual and team incentives.
• Start an incredible career.

Benefits for Working at Meneses Law:

• High Associate Salaries
• Work with state-of-the-art technology.
• Name Recognition & Prestige Immigration Law Firm
• Sophisticated, Challenging Work
• Structured Training Programs
• Meaningful Career Advancement Opportunities
• Excellent Benefits (Medical (80% ER contribution, Dental (No-Cost to employee), Vision, Life Insurance (Paid), 2 weeks of PTO, 10 days of paid holidays.)
• Work Life Balance Schedule
• Birthday and Anniversary rewards

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education/ Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree: MBA or CPA preferred, knowledge of MS Office and MacOS.

Communication Skills:

• Ability of reading comprehension, writing, speaking to others to convey information effectively, active listening and interpreting instructional documents. English/ Spanish bilingual oral communication is a must.

Reasoning Skills:

• Must be able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures to define the problem or objective. Identify relevant concerns or factors, patterns, tendencies, and relationships. Formulate logical and objective conclusions and recognize alternative and their implications.

Physical Demands:

• This position involves regular walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, hearing, and talking.
• May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching. May involve close vision, color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and viewing computer monitor for extended periods.
• Involves manual dexterity for using keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. May involve moving or lifting items under 10 pounds.

Other skills:

• Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Excellent organizational and time-management.

Work Hours:

• Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm + 2 Saturdays, per month. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Accounting/ Finance: 7 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person