Job description:

Accounting Manager

They currently have an immediate need for a strong candidate to join their Accounting as an Accounting Manager, reporting to the Director of Finance. Position is hybrid, reporting into their Long Island office 3 days a week (Wednesdays are a must).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage, train, develop and motivate Accounting department staff
Handle the monthly closing process and report distribution
Responsible for accuracy and integrity of Aderant accounting system
Process journal entries, handle bank reconciliations, and conduct account analysis
Handle all banking and treasury including daily cash reporting; working with attorneys and banks on escrow activity
Oversee processing of invoices and expense reimbursements through Chrome River and Aderant
Semi-monthly payroll and related journal entries
Responsible for 401(k) funding, schedules, forfeitures and loan records
Fee participation and origination calculations
Review Partner Business Development and Marketing reports
Maintain Partner expense account spend in Quicken
Responsible for calculation of addbacks for partner auto lease payments
Assist as needed with annual financial statement review
Lead the audit of our 401(k) benefit plan
Team member for system upgrades and implementations
Ad hoc requests and special projects

Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE

College degree with a major in Accounting or Finance, CPA a plus
4+ years of accounting experience
2+ years of supervisory experience
Law firm or professional service experience
Experience with Aderant or Elite
Experience with Ceridian and/or Chrome River a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Excel

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Strong work ethic
Analytical
Attention to detail
Quick learner
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Strong communication skills

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Our client is a leading mid-sized law firm with offices around the country. They actively encourage equal opportunity and diversity, through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.

They remain hybrid in nature (Wednesdays in office are a must) and offer a great balanced environment with solid benefits.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 130000

Salary Max : $ 150000

Currency Type : USD