The Accountant performs accounting functions to ensure the accuracy of general ledger and client transactions and the adherence of firm financial policies. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

A career at Nixon Peabody is the opportunity to do work that matters. It’s the chance to use your knowledge to shape what’s ahead. To share, to innovate, to learn at a firm that taps the power of collective thinking.

We’ve created a dynamic, energizing environment that promotes success for our clients and each other. We offer fast growth, connectedness and training in business as well as law. And our rigorous standards assure you are part of a diverse team of top talent at every turn.

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Location: Rochester, NY

• Process owner and administrator of Chrome River Expense and Invoice modules
• Expense report approvals
• Balance sheet account reconciliations
• Bank account reconciliations
• Administrator for various group bar dues invoices; bar dues approvals
• Administrator for firm-paid credit cards
• Complex reporting and analysis, including calculation and external reporting to U.S. Department of Statistics
• Journal entry preparation
• Point-person for trust accounting
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential job responsibility listed above, satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Nixon Peabody retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the skills and abilities required.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-4 years accounting experience in a business setting is required. Experience should include accounts payable and general ledger.
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree and accounting experience is required.
• Knowledge of general accounting rules and principles
• Proficiency in Windows-based software applications, with intermediate-level or above skills in Excel
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to serve as a “go-to” resource for office and/or firm accounts payable and administrative staff
• Client driven team player with strong customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing demands
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, interacting with all levels of Firm personnel

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: Disability / Female / Gender Identity / Minority / Sexual Orientation / Veteran.

To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are verified through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm their identity and employment eligibility. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work posters on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated annual salary range for this position, depending on location, is as follows: Rochester, NY: $50,676 to $73,465

In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on an array of factors, including but not limited to: work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications. Because such contingent compensation is not yet calculable or may be zero ($0) in some circumstances, the above-listed salary range(s) are Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimate of the annual salary(ies) it reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of this posting.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rochester, NY 14604