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Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman

Staff Accountant

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247


Nashville, Tennessee

Job Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing general accounting duties, such as: journal entries, bank reconciliations, sales and use tax calculations, and balance sheet reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Compile and analyze information gathered and prepare for general ledger entry, as assignedReconcile assigned Balance Sheet accounts; create summary reports as needed; researching and resolving reconciling items in a timely mannerReconcile Bank Accounts, both domestic and foreign, researching and resolving reconciling items in a timely mannerPrepare Sales & Use Tax calculations and accruals for various states by reviewing all required vendor invoices; in a complete, timely and accurate mannerAssist Fixed Asset Accountant in updating records and reconciliations relating to fixed asset activitiesComplete Sub-Tenant monthly billing and maintain spreadsheetVarious journal entries and reconciliations for foreign offices, as assignedPerform research and prepare schedules relating to annual audits, as assignedPerform other duties as necessaryREQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting or related experience2+ years accounting experience in a general ledger systems environment, preferably with a large legal or professional services environmentExperience with Aderant Expert and/or Sage FAS a plusREQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong analytical skills and math skillsStrong organizational and problem solving skillsStrong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently, with individuals at all levels of the organization and work well as part of a teamAbility to prepare and analyze financial information and reportsAbility to work on multiple projects and meet regular deadlinesMust have strong experience and skills with Microsoft Excel and WordPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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