Staff Accountant

Condon & Forsyth LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in New York seeks an entry-level Staff Accountant to aid in billing and financial reporting within their accounting department. Candidates should possess a basic knowledge of accounting, proficiency in software tools like Excel, and have excellent communication skills. This hybrid role offers a salary between $75,000 and $95,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a retirement plan.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of accounting experience is ideal.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Law firm experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of billing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Prepare client invoices and monitor outstanding invoices.
• Assist Controller with various financial reports.

Skills

Accounting experience

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Adobe Acrobat

SurePoint (preferred)

Job description

Condon & Forsyth was founded in 1935 and is internationally recognized for its expertise in handling aviation, complex tort, product liability, insurance and commercial litigation matters. Condon & Forsyth has offices in New York, Los Angeles and Miami.

Work Arrangement

This position is hybrid. You must live in the New York City metropolitan area as you will be required to physically work in the office at least 3 days per week. You will also need a working knowledge of Zoom and other remote meeting applications for days when you are not in the office.

Qualifications

· Ideal candidates will have basic accounting experience (1-3 years)

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Extremely detail-oriented and a habitual proofreader

· Solid working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat

· Strong problem solving and analytical skills

· Ability to maintain confidentiality

· Ability to multitask

· Self-motivated, resourceful, adaptable, and capable of working independently as well as in a team

· A sense of urgency in handling priority requests

· Currently Working or has prior experience with SurePoint (formerly Rippe & Kingston) accounting system is a plus

* Law Firm experience is a must

Responsibilities

· The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the Accounting Department in all aspects of billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, trust accounting and financial reporting.

· The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting the Billing Specialist with matters including but not limited to:

o Prepare client invoices

o Monitor outstanding invoices

o Monitor aging of unbilled fees for assigned partners and/or clients

o Prepare electronic invoices using LEDES files

o Track status of electronic bills submitted, identify issues, and work to address rejections and reductions as they arise

· The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting the Accounts Payable Manager with matters including but not limited to:

o Enter firm expenses into the accounting system

o Add vendor invoices to client bills for payment by client

o Input soft cost entries into accounting system

o Execute expense reimbursements for all employees

· The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting the Controller with various financial reports on a daily and monthly basis

· This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets

Annual Salary range is $75,000 to $95,000 plus discretionary bonus.

We offer extensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending (Medical, Dependent Care & Transportation) and health savings accounts, retirement plan as well as paid vacation, sick and holiday time.

Condon & Forsyth is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Interested applicants should apply on LinkedIn or submit a resume to Elliot Richman, [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Law Practice

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