We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to join our team in New York, NY, on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone eager to gain experience in a detail-oriented legal environment while contributing to essential accounting tasks. The position offers an excellent opportunity to develop foundational skills in accounting and financial operations. Responsibilities: • Perform accurate data entry to maintain financial records and transactions. • Handle bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies. • Assist with billing processes, including creating invoices and tracking payment statuses. • Manage accounts payable by processing invoices and preparing payments. • Support wire transfers and cash reconciliation activities. • Collaborate with the team on ad hoc accounting tasks as they arise. • Monitor accounts receivable to ensure timely collection and proper recordkeeping. • Prepare account reconciliations to verify balances and resolve discrepancies.

• Proficiency in handling accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. • Familiarity with bank reconciliation and account reconciliation procedures. • Ability to accurately perform accounting entries and maintain financial records. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices. • Effective communication skills for team collaboration. • Experience in a law firm environment is a plus, but not required.

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New York, NY
onsite
Temporary
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to join our team in New York, NY, on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone eager to gain experience in a detail-oriented legal environment while contributing to essential accounting tasks. The position offers an excellent opportunity to develop foundational skills in accounting and financial operations. Responsibilities: • Perform accurate data entry to maintain financial records and transactions. • Handle bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies. • Assist with billing processes, including creating invoices and tracking payment statuses. • Manage accounts payable by processing invoices and preparing payments. • Support wire transfers and cash reconciliation activities. • Collaborate with the team on ad hoc accounting tasks as they arise. • Monitor accounts receivable to ensure timely collection and proper recordkeeping. • Prepare account reconciliations to verify balances and resolve discrepancies.
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