Junior Accountant

Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant with 3-5 years of experience to join our Midtown Manhattan law firm. In this role, you will manage bi-monthly payroll via ADP, oversee client-paid accounts (AR), and support partner compensation. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of NYC-specified payroll regulations and legal industry accounting standards, perform essential bookkeeping tasks, financial data entry, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Bi-Monthly Payroll & ADP Management:
• Execute full-cycle, semi-monthly payroll for attorneys and staff using ADP Workforce Now
• Ensure compliance with New York State and City withholding tax, including NYC Personal Income Tax and SUI/SUTA
• Manage multi-state withholdings and apply the NY "Convenience of the Employer" rule for remote staff
• Client Accounts & AR Management:
• Manage the end-to-end billing cycle, ensuring client payments are accurately applied to specific matters
• Perform monthly three-way reconciliations for attorney trust/IOLTA accounts to maintain strict regulatory compliance
• Partner Compensation & Reporting:
• Calculate and process partner draws and distributions based on firm profit-sharing models
• Assist in maintaining partner capital accounts and tracking individual contribution reports

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 3–5 years in accounting; law firm or professional services experience is highly preferred
• Technical Skills:
• High proficiency in ADP Workforce Now
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) for complex reconciliations
• Knowledge: Firm understanding of NY-specific payroll taxes and trust accounting rules

Compensation Range: $55,000 - $65,000

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: 4 days in office, one day remote work from home
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Retirement: 401(k) plan available
• Commuter Benefits: Pre-tax transit and parking programs for easy Midtown access

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person