Accounting Assistant

New York, NY

A prestigious law firm in NYC is looking for an Accounting Assistant to join their team.

Accounts payable:

• Responsible for entering invoices from vendors
• Enter employee expense reports
• Check prior balances on invoices
• Follow up with vendor to obtain invoices not received
• New vendors – obtain W-9
• Monitor and resolve emails in AP email box
• Generate a weekly check run after discussing with Controller

Billing:

• Act as backup to Biller
• Assist with obtaining timesheets and follow up with Attorneys
• Run draft bills as well as final bills in Biller’s absence
• Open new matter in Tabs & Worldox as requested

Accounts receivable:

• Fill out deposit slips for operating and escrow accounts
• Copy checks before depositing

Desired experience:

• 2-3 years Accounts Payable
• 2-3 years Billing
• Working knowledge of Quickbooks, Peachtree, MAS90 or similar software
• Good excel skills – basic functions
• Accounting degree would be a plus
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing