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Accounting Assistant

Rivkin Radler LLP
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Uniondale, Nassau 11553, NY

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account

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  • Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their Accounting team, reporting directly to the Accounting Manager.
  • Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with at least 1 year of accounting experience.
  • The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $60,000, with actual pay adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors.
  • The firm provides a comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more.
  • This role features a hybrid work schedule of 4 days in-office and 1 day remote, and emphasizes a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.

Because a great law firm begins with great people.
 

At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction.  Rivkin Radler has approximately 250 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y.  The firm actively encourages equal opportunity through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.


The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.

Rivkin Radler LLP is looking for a strong candidate to join the Accounting team as an Accounting Assistant, reporting directly to the Accounting Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Accounts Receivable

  • Record incoming wire transfers
  • Prepare and process incoming checks for deposit
  • Process client credit card payments
  • Apply incoming payments to outstanding bills
  • Investigate incoming payments with missing remittance information
  • Process accounts receivable write-offs


Escrow/Trust

  • Assist with escrow activity according to firm procedures as needed
  • Prepare monthly escrow bank reconciliations

 

Other

  • Backup for issuing daily cash report
  • Backup for issuing vendor payments
  • Ad hoc requests and special projects

 

EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
  • 1+ years of working accounting experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with Aderant a plus

 

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Strong work ethic
  • Attention to detail
  • Quick learner
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Strong communication skills

 

Congenial fast-paced environment, competitive salary and benefits.  EOE.

 

Hybrid work schedule  - 4 days in-office, 1 day remote.

 

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 



To find out how you can join our talented team, email recruiting@rivkin.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer 




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