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We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in New York, New York. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal environment by ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of accounting processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a commitment to professionalism, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
Job Responsibility:
Perform daily reconciliation of operating cash accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies
Post journal entries for bank charges, interbank transfers, and operating account activities while reviewing supporting documentation
Collaborate with teams such as treasury, accounts payable, and cash receipts to investigate and report differences between book and bank activity
Generate accurate daily operating bank account balances and prepare weekly cash flow projections for global headquarters
Maintain comprehensive daily cash flow projections utilizing operating expense and capital expenditure budgets
Draft monthly escrow account reports for review by management, lawyers, and clients
Prepare and update monthly workpapers for balance sheet and income statement accounts to confirm the accuracy of general ledger balances
Assist in the training and testing of general ledger modules during accounting software transitions
Contribute to special projects as assigned by the Assistant Controller or Controller
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies in all tasks
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
Minimum of two years of accounting experience, preferably in a legal or detail-oriented services environment
Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP
Strong understanding of corporate tax, sales tax, and journal entries
Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective written and verbal communication abilities
Nice to have:
Familiarity with Elite 3E or Aderant accounting systems is a plus
Knowledge of legal accounting practices or similar frameworks is advantageous
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance