Assistant Controller
A top NYC Lawfirm in NYC is looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in New York, NY! This long-term contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounting, particularly within legal or specialized services environments. The role involves complex general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation tasks, as well as participation in audits and special projects.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee general ledger accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Utilize Elite 3 or Aderant software for accounting processes and reporting.
• Prepare and review workpapers for month-end close, ensuring proper approvals and seamless transitions to the next period.
• Collaborate on audits by leveraging prior public accounting experience to ensure thorough and accurate documentation.
• Manage the wind-down process for international offices, ensuring all transactions are posted and prior years reconciled.
• Allocate income appropriately for retired or retiring partners, with a focus on complex financial structures.
• Conduct testing and masking of accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Perform reconciliations for accounts, bank statements, payroll, and expenses to maintain accurate financial records.
• Lead special projects and provide ad hoc reporting as required.
• Monitor foreign currency transactions and ensure proper translation and reporting.
Requirements• A minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, preferably in legal or detail-oriented service industries.• Proficiency in Elite 3 or Aderant accounting systems.• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and data analysis.• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close processes.• Experience with financial statement audits and preparation of supporting workpapers.• Ability to manage foreign currency transactions and ensure accurate translations.• Prior experience in public accounting is highly desirable.• French language skills are a major plus for international office-related tasks.Information :
- Company : Salesforce
- Position : Assistant Controller
- Location : New York City, NY
- Country : US
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Post Date : 2025-08-13 | Expired Date : 2025-09-12