Staff Accountant
Location & Work Arrangement
Supervisor Assistant Controller – New York. In office: three days a week (Tuesday – Thursday).
Responsibilities
- Assist with day‑to‑day accounting activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and general ledger maintenance.
- Prepare and reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and other balance sheet accounts on a regular basis; research and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Process and record cash receipts and ensure proper application of incoming funds.
- Support treasury operations by entering payments into online banking platforms and assisting with payment processing activities.
- Maintain banking records, documentation, and user access requests.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes.
- Assist with annual financial statement audits and other regulatory or compliance audits by preparing supporting schedules and responding to auditor requests.
- Accurately enter and maintain financial transactions within Elite 3E and other financial systems.
- Assist the accounting team with partner compensation accounting, monthly tax schedule preparation and filings, annual financial reporting, and partnership tax filings.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies.
- Collaborate with finance team members and business stakeholders globally.
- Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- BA/BS in a relevant field; accounting degree from an accredited college or university required.
- Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a relevant accounting position.
- Strong Excel skills; experienced in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
- Strong analytical and critical‑thinking abilities.
- Reliable team player who collaborates effectively across departments and global offices.
- Effective, concise communication skills; excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve problems with a focus on sustainable results.
- Strong analytical and decision‑making skills.
- Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn complex accounting, tax, and treasury processes.
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.
- Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently follows through on commitments.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA preferred but not required.
- Big 4 experience is a plus.
- Experience with 3E or Aderant law firm accounting software highly preferred.
Compensation
Salary range: $66,000 (minimum) – $100,000 (maximum) for a full‑time schedule. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus.
Company Overview
Kobre & Kim is a conflict‑free global law firm focused exclusively on disputes and investigations, including fraud and misconduct. With more than 400 employees across 15 global office locations, the firm specializes in cross‑border disputes, financial products and services litigation, insolvency disputes, intellectual property litigation, international judgment enforcement, asset recovery, and U.S. government enforcement and regulatory investigations. The firm values diverse perspectives and professional disciplines, fostering a dynamic, innovative, and entrepreneurial work environment that encourages skill development and high‑quality client service.