Staff Accountant

About the job

Kobre & Kim's Global Finance Department is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and highly dependable Staff Accountant to join our global finance team. This position is ideal for an early-career accounting professional who is eager to develop a broad skill set across accounting, treasury, audit, partner compensation, and tax functions.

The Staff Accountant will initially focus on core accounting, audit support responsibilities, cash management, and treasury administration. As the individual demonstrates strong performance, reliability, sound judgment, and the ability to manage increasing levels of responsibility, the role will progressively expand to include more complex accounting, partner compensation, treasury, and tax-related activities.

We are looking for someone who is intelligent, highly organized, eager to learn, and committed to producing accurate, high-quality work. The ideal candidate is a team player with strong integrity and a growth mindset who is interested in building a long-term career within the Finance Department.

Supervisor:
Assistant Controller

Location:
New York

In Office: Three days a week in office (Tuesday – Thursday)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and other balance sheet accounts regularly. Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Process and record cash receipts and ensure proper application of incoming funds.
• Assist with treasury operations, including entering payments into online banking platforms and supporting payment processing activities.
• Assist with banking administration, including maintaining banking records, documentation, and user access requests.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and other regulatory or compliance audits by preparing supporting schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Accurately enter and maintain financial transactions within Elite 3E and other financial systems.
• Assist the accounting team with additional duties including partner compensation accounting, monthly tax schedule preparation and filings, annual financial reporting and partnership tax filings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies.
• Collaborate with finance team members and business stakeholders globally.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• BA/BS in a relevant field required.
• Accounting degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• CPA preferred but not required .
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a relevant position is required .
• Big 4 experience is a plus but not required.
• Experienced in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong Excel skills required.
• 3e or Aderant law firm accounting software experience highly preferred.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and consistency.
• Possesses strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
• Reliable team player who collaborates effectively across departments and global offices.
• Effective & to-the-point communication skills .
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills .
• Demonstrated ability to successfully resolve problems, with a focus on obtaining sustainable results .
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Exhibits intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn complex accounting, tax, and treasury processes.
• Possess a professional demeanor and maintain a positive attitude.
• Maintains the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.
• Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently follows through on commitments.

At the time of posting, the salary range for this role is $66,000 (minimum) – $100,000 (maximum). This range is based on a full-time work schedule. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus. The successful candidate’s actual salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, training, skills, and market data.

Company Description:

Kobre & Kim is a conflict-free global law firm focused exclusively on disputes and investigations, often involving fraud and misconduct. Recognized as the premier firm for cross-border disputes, the firm has a particular focus on financial products and services litigation, insolvency disputes, intellectual property litigation, international judgment enforcement and asset recovery, and U.S. government enforcement and regulatory investigations. With more than 400 employees throughout the firm’s 15 global office locations, Kobre & Kim recognizes the value of incorporating diverse perspectives and professional disciplines to generate the most effective solutions for clients.

Further information about the firm is available at www.kobrekim.com

Kobre & Kim employees take pride in providing our clients around the world with service that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and clients we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative, and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.

Kobre & Kim is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, we review the publicly available information of prospective employees. By applying for a position with Kobre & Kim you acknowledge and consent to this review.

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