Bookkeeper

Milber Makris Plousadis & Seiden, LLP, a full-service civil litigation defense firm and business partner to the insurance industry, is seeking a Bookkeeper. Candidates generally need 5 - 7+ years of accounting experience. A Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting, Bachelor of Accountancy (BAcc), Bachelor of Arts (BA), or a degree in Finance or a related field is required. Proficiency in financial software is essential. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, as well as excellent organizational and follow-up skills. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a growing, dynamic firm with a great working environment. We are looking for the right candidate to join our team. This role is based in our Woodbury, New York office and requires four days a week in office and one day remote, following a minimum of six weeks in-office training.

Experience & Skill Requirements:

• 5 - 7+ years of accounting and bookkeeping experience
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting, Bachelor of Accountancy (BAcc), Bachelor of Arts (BA), or a degree in Finance or a related field is required
• Expertise in Microsoft Office, primarily Excel
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy
• Proficiency in accounting/financial software
• Knowledgeable of accounting principles such as General Ledger, Bookkeeping, AP/AR Management, and Account Reconciliation
• Familiarity of audits, tax regulations and internal controls a plus
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding all sensitive information and data
• Use of office equipment such as computers, printers, photocopiers, scanners and fax machines

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Processing high volume of invoices
• Recording daily transactions within accounts payable-processing vendor payments, medical and public records & statements
• Scanning and entering invoices from providers accurately and efficiently into accounting program
• Processing check requests
• Issuing and distributing payments in accordance with clients’ guidelines
• Emailing vendor invoices to the clients in accordance with clients’ guidelines
• Reconciling and maintaining spreadsheets of vendor statements; following up with vendors for missing invoices
• Creating and maintaining Profit & Loss spreadsheets for Satellite offices
• Obtaining W-9’s from vendors
• Following up with insurance carriers regarding payment status to ensure timely payment and receipt of records
• Answering questions from vendors, employees, and other departments regarding vendor bills
• Maintaining Chart of Accounts and managing the General Ledger
• Reconciling multiple bank statements, credit cards, and client reimbursed expenses
• Processing bank transfers
• Backup to the Controller for payroll processing via ADP, Positive Pay authorizations, and Escrow account maintenance
• Attorney reimbursements
• Additional Administrative Duties

MMP&S Benefits Include:

Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, Dental options, Vision options, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Short-Term Disability Options, Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) Plan, AFLAC, Pet Insurance

*Salary Commensurate with Experience