Job Description

Our client, a global law firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team in New Haven, CT!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the US Finance team in managing monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc accounting functions.
• Perform daily bank account reconciliations and address bank-related inquiries.
• Prepare tax filings for multiple states and local jurisdictions, including sales and use tax, commercial rent tax, and personal property tax.
• Complete monthly general ledger reconciliations, and handle accruals and prepaids in compliance with GAAP.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring the accuracy of reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, and fixed assets in line with GAAP.
• Monitor and analyze fixed assets, including the calculation and recording of depreciation.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and reclassification entries.
• Ensure adherence to internal control processes and policies.
• Assist with payroll activities, including the analysis and recording of payroll-related journal entries.
• Perform other general accounting duties as required, including spreadsheet reporting, analysis, and ad-hoc tasks.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (required); Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred).
• At least three years of relevant finance experience, preferably within a professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles in accordance with GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience using general ledger software such as 3E or similar platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a methodical and logical approach to troubleshooting.
• A team player who can also exercise independent judgment and build effective relationships with key stakeholders.

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

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