Accounting Clerk

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. 

Jackson Lewis P.C. is an employment law firm that represents management exclusively in every aspect of employment, benefits, labor and immigration law and related litigation.  The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. 

Jackson Lewis has offices across the United States and Puerto Rico.  The Firm is comprised of individual local offices staffed by attorneys and support personnel.  These offices are supported by the National Operations Center which includes Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance/Accounting, Facilities, Marketing, Communications, and Information Services.

Job Summary (basic description)

Jackson Lewis P.C. has an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Clerk to join our Finance team. The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for keeping accounting records updated, preparing reports, and reconciling bank statements. This position is located in the National Operations Center in West Harrison, NY and reports to the Accounting Manager.

Essential Functions

• Assist in accounts payable duties including reviewing and processing vendor invoices, facilitating payments to vendors, and responding to vendor inquires.
• Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations while resolving related discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly close and fiscal & calendar year-ends.
• Cash receipt processing.
• Prepare client refunds.
• Collaborate with internal accountants and prepare deliverables as needed.
• Pull invoices for internal and external audits.
• Complete special projects as advised by firm management.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

• BA/BS Degree preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years of accounts payable/finance experience.
• Excel skills.
• Advanced critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent reporting, time management, general math, and data entry management skills along with superior attention to detail.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Superior computer skills.
• Ability to report research results accurately.  
• Deadline-Oriented.

For West Harrison, NY, the expected salary range for this position is between 29.40 - 32.70. The 
actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted 
by law.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.