Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
StaffAccountant
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“Staff Accountant at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Skills: accounting, treasury, financial records, journal entries, general ledger account analysis, bank reconciliations, disbursement processing, trust and escrow accounting, payroll support, online banking activities, cash reporting, account funding, payment processing, balance sheet reconciliations, financial analyses, month-end close, account review, management reporting, cash receipts, cash balances, escrow and trust accounting, general jou”
What You'll Achieve.
accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the organization’s financial records
Industry & Context.
analytical ability; sound judgment; identify, research, and resolve account discrepancies
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree Accounting required, Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, verbal and written communication skills, Solid mathematical and quantitative aptitude, including basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, plan and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines, understanding of accounting principles, basic GAAP, and financial analysis
Nice to Have
Knowledge of 3E financial system preferred, Experience in external/internal auditing or law firm preferred
What You'll Do.
performing a broad range of accounting and treasury-related functions
preparation and posting of journal entries
general ledger account analysis
disbursement processing
trust and escrow accounting
online banking activities
supporting treasury operations
and maintain balance sheet reconciliations
Perform financial analyses to support month-end close
and management reporting
Report daily cash receipts and monitor cash balances for primary operating accounts
Execute escrow and trust accounting activities in accordance with applicable procedures and internal controls
Support monthly and period-end close processes
and posting general journal entries
Process online banking transactions
including employee expense reimbursement file imports
Analyze general ledger activity and help identify
and resolve account discrepancies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate effectively with accounting personnel in other offices to resolve inquiries, reconcile differences, and ensure consistency in financial reporting
Communication Scope
verbal and written communication skills
Process & Methodology
ability to prioritize, plan and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
Full Job Description
The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a broad range of accounting and treasury-related functions in support of the Accounting department. This role contributes to the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the organization’s financial records through the preparation and posting of journal entries, general ledger account analysis, bank reconciliations, disbursement processing, trust and escrow accounting, payroll support, and online banking activities. The position also supports treasury operations, including daily cash reporting, account funding, and payment processing. This role requires strong analytical ability, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment **Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities** * Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy of account balances * Perform financial analyses to support month-end close, account review, and management reporting * Report daily cash receipts and monitor cash balances for primary operating accounts * Execute escrow and trust accounting activities in accordance with applicable procedures and internal controls * Support monthly and period-end close processes, including preparing, recording, and posting general journal entries * Process online banking transactions, including employee expense reimbursement file imports, wire transfers, and ACH transactions * Analyze general ledger activity and help identify, research, and resolve account discrepancies * Communicate effectively with accounting personnel in other offices to resolve inquiries, reconcile differences, and ensure consistency in financial reporting * Perform other duties as assigned **Education** _Required_ * Bachelor’s degree Accounting required **Skills and Experience** _Required_ * Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Solid mathematical and quantitative aptitude, i
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