Staff Accountant

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

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Nashville Until 8/22/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted January 12, 2026 Last posted January 12, 2026
Job description
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 assigned

  • Reconcile assigned Balance Sheet accounts; create summary reports as needed; researching and resolving reconciling items in a timely manner

  • Reconcile Bank Accounts, both domestic and foreign, researching and resolving reconciling items in a timely manner

  • Prepare Sales & Use Tax calculations and accruals for various states by reviewing all required vendor invoices; in a complete, timely and accurate manner

  • Assist Fixed Asset Accountant in updating records and reconciliations relating to fixed asset activities

  • Complete Sub-Tenant monthly billing and maintain spreadsheet

  • Various journal entries and reconciliations for foreign offices, as assigned

  • Perform research and prepare schedules relating to annual audits, as assigned

  • Perform other duties as necessary

REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

  • BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting or related experience

  • 2+ years accounting experience in a general ledger systems environment, preferably with a large legal or professional services environment

  • Experience with Aderant Expert and/or Sage FAS a plus

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Strong analytical skills and math skills

  • Strong organizational and problem solving skills

  • Strong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently, with individuals at all levels of the organization and work well as part of a team

  • Ability to prepare and analyze financial information and reports

  • Ability to work on multiple projects and meet regular deadlines

  • Must have strong experience and skills with Microsoft Excel and Word

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.

  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

The expected salary range for this position is $60k-$65k.  Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and geographic location.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.

About this role

Summary

Perform accounting duties, reconciliations, tax calculations, and support audits in legal firm environment

Job title

Staff Accountant

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

law firm

Location requirements

Nashville, Tennessee, on-site preferred but not specified

Salary

The expected salary range for this position is $60k-$65k.

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

accountingBA/BS in Business or relatedExcelWord

Preferred skills

Aderant ExpertSage FAS

Specializations

general ledgerreconciliationtax calculationsfinancial reporting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Nashville, TN, USA

On-site City