Staff Accountant

Syntagma Group; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level accountant to join their dynamic team in the legal services sector. This exciting role involves preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and providing essential financial information to management. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of accounting experience, with a strong focus on detail and analytical skills. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan. If you're ready to make an impact in a reputable firm, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of solid accounting experience required.
• Law firm experience and SurePoint experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with year-end reviews and audits.

Skills

Accounting experience

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Ability to reconcile accounts

Familiarity with financial statements

Multi-tasking

Research and issue resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SurePoint

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

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Provides management with financial information by researching and analyzing accounts; preparing financial statements. 2-3 years of accounting experience required. Law firm experience a plus. SurePoint experience a plus. Bachelor's degree required.

• 2-3 years of solid accounting experience.
• Able to reconcile operating bank account with over 100 checks written on a monthly basis.
• Able to prepare monthly reconciliations of multiple capital accounts and Attorney Trust accounts.
• Able to prepare monthly account analyses for various general ledger accounts including prepaid insurance.
• Able to prepare journal entries for general ledger accounts for which they are responsible.
• Able to research and resolve issues.
• Familiar with financial statements.
• Able to assist with workpapers for year-end review of Firm financial statements and workpapers for annual audit of retirement plans.
• Able to multi-task and work with different levels of management and staff.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Focused and reliable.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Legal Services

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• Medical insurance
• 401(k)

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