Junior Accountant

UB Greensfelder LLP has an opening for a full-time Junior Accountant as part of the Accounting team to work in the Cleveland office. 

Job Summary:

Perform day to day financial transactions including entering, posting, recording and filing accounts receivable data in compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support the daily accounting operations of the General Accounting, Cash Applications, and Accounts Payable teams.
2. Process and record financial transactions accurately and timely in accordance with firm policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards.
3. Assist with cash receipt processing, payment application, and customer account reconciliation activities.
4. Review, code, and enter vendor invoices while ensuring appropriate approvals and supporting documentation are obtained and maintained.
5. Prepare and process electronic payments, check runs, and other disbursement activities in accordance with established controls.
6. Assist with the reconciliation of bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and subsidiary ledgers; investigate and resolve variances as assigned.
7. Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of journal entries, account analyses, and financial reporting schedules.
8. Research and resolve transaction discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and internal accounting questions in a timely and professional manner.
9. Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation in compliance with firm record retention policies and internal controls.
10. Provide cross-training and backup support across accounting functions to ensure continuity of operations.
11. Participate in process improvement initiatives designed to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of accounting processes.
12. Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to support accounting and financial operations.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

1. Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred with a solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
2. Minimum of 2 years' work experience in similar role.
3. Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
4. Excellent organizational, stress and time management skills; demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
5. Excellent data entry skills, high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality.
6. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
7. Proficiency in MS Office, including entering and manipulating excel spreadsheets, is required.
8. Aderant experience is a plus

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

1. Must enjoy working in a fast pace cubicle environment.
2. Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature.
3. Ability to occasionally lift 10-15 pounds.
4. Regularly spend hours reviewing and entering financial information into computer.

UB Greensfelder provides top-quality, sophisticated legal services, serving business clients ranging from small entrepreneurs to international companies. Our work environment is business casual and we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, short and long term disability plans, life insurance, well-being initiatives, and paid parental leave programs.  If you desire to work in a truly people-focused environment for a firm that values its employees, then UB Greensfelder is the firm for you.

UB Greensfelder recognizes the importance of forming inclusive teams of attorneys and staff to foster an environment where creative solutions are made for our clients, and all have the opportunity to thrive and succeed. We encourage candidates from a variety of backgrounds to apply to be a part of our team.

Salary range is $50,000 to $60,000.