Peckar & Abramson, P.C.
Staff Accountant
28 days ago
River Edge
Job Description Peckar & Abramson, P.C., a leading national law firm and innovator in construction law, is currently seeking an experienced financial professional to join our company as a Staff Accountant, in our New Jersey office. As part of our finance team, you will perform all bookkeeping functions through general ledger, manage all company ledgers, process journal entries including payroll entries, reconcile accounts, supervise accounts payable. Additionally, you will assist leadership with reporting and regulatory requirements. Our ideal candidate has several years of prior bookkeeping experience, knowledge of integrated accounting software, and experience preparing financial reports. You also need communication skills to explain financial concepts to other employees. Duties and Responsibilities • Perform all bookkeeping functions through general ledger., • Process payroll journal entries., • Supervise and process accounts payable including assisting with American Express, Client Costs, and Firm expenses., • Perform all cash receipt deposits and data entry into accounting system including Firm and Trust receipts, wire transfers, ACH’s, and credit cards payments., • Prepare bank reconciliations for firm and trust banks., • Perform analysis of general ledger accounts., • Assistance with Trust Accounting., • Assist with client accounting system maintenance., • Prepare reports as required., • Support month-end and year-end closing activities., • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation., • Assist with filing vendor and client documents., • Assist with special projects as needed., • Respond to client inquiries regarding billing and payment status., • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration or equivalent experience (preferred), • 3 or more years’ experience in a law firm or professional services firm, • Prior experience with Chrome River (aka Emburse Enterprise), Aderant Expert/Elite 3 or similar accounting system a+, • Competitive salary and benefits package include 401k, Life insurance, medical, dental, vision benefits, and FSA and HSA. We offer discounted excess life insurance, transit commuter program, and excess liability coverage. Hybrid remote after 90-days with 4 days in the office and 1 day remote., • We provide opportunities for personal growth and development. We also have a very congenial, supportive and collaborative work environment. Peckar & Abramson, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Company DescriptionWe have a very congenial, supportive and collaborative work environment.We have a very congenial, supportive and collaborative work environment.