Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

StaffAccountant

$100–100k New York, New York, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“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.

Problems you'll solve

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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