Staff Accountant

Overview

Under the general direction of the Assistant Controller, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Staff Accountant will work as part of the Finance team.  This position is deemed to be hybrid under the Firm's Mobile Working Policy and will be in the office 2-3 days a week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the US Finance team in carrying out monthly, quarterly, annual, and non-routine functions of the accounting department
• Complete daily reconciliation of bank accounts and addresses inquiries with the bank
• Prepare multi-state and local tax filings, such as sales and use tax, commercial rent tax and personal property tax
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and prepaids in accordance with GAAP
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy of reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, and fixed assets in accordance with GAAP
• Track and analyze fixed assets, including calculation and recording of depreciation
• Prepare and post journal entries, such as accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and reclass entries
• Ensure compliance with internal control processes and requirements
• Support payroll function including analysis and recording of payroll related journal entries
• Perform other general accounting functions as needed, including but not limited to, spreadsheet reporting and analysis, and other ad hoc requests
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Key Skills and Experience

• A minimum of three years of related finance experience, preferably in a professional services environment
• Solid understanding of accounting principles in accordance with GAAP
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills required
• Experience with using 3E or similar general ledger software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to influence others
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Able to work under pressure, adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency
• A strong team player who is also able to exercise thoughtful independent judgement
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems methodically and logically

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required, Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

About Withers

Where global collaboration achieves exceptional results. 

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A law firm focused on people and collaboration. 

For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world’s most remarkable people and organizations at defining moments in their lives. 

We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. 

Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle many of the world’s problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. 

Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, buying a home or protecting and defending their interests. 

To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. And we are agile – focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy.  

Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself. 

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded Mansfield Certification Plus in relation to our recruitment and leadership progression efforts in the US and UK. This certification is an encouraging milestone as we continue to champion diversity within our organization and in the wider legal sector. 

For more information on Withers, please visit the following links: General Career Site, LinkedIn, About Us 

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement 

The firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Equal employment opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at the firm. Employment at the firm is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  The firm prohibits and will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any of these classifications or characteristics.

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