Accounting Assistant

Accounting AssistantThe Accounting Assistant is responsible for staff level accounting duties including preparation and recording of journal entries, general ledger account analysis, bank reconciliations, disbursement processing, trust accounting, online banking, and other duties, as assigned.ResponsibilitiesPrepare various balance sheet reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy of account balancesPrepare monthly US and non-US bank reconciliationsProcess disbursement uploads, including non-US salary entriesPerform escrow accounting tasksPerform monthly closing activities, including preparing and posting of general journal entriesProcess online banking transactions including, but not limited to, importing of employee expense reimbursement files, wires and ACH transfersReport daily cash receipts and cash balances on primary operating accountsCommunicate with Accounting staff at other offices on inquiries and discrepanciesPerform other duties as assignedSkills and Experience1 to 2 years of relevant work experience requiredAbility to effectively present information verbally and in writingBasic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, divisionIntermediate proficiency in Microsoft ExcelWorking knowledge of financial accounting systemsStrong attention to detailCan organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities, with the ability to effectively meet deadlines in a high-pressure environmentStrong understanding of basic accounting concepts, GAAP and financial analysis techniquesPreferred SkillsKnowledge of 3E financial system preferredExperience in external/internal auditing or law firm preferredRequired EducationBachelor's degree Accounting requiredSalary InformationNY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000 at the time of posting.The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.Privacy NoticeFor information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran's status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual's relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.