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Administrative Assistant - New York

The New York office of Seyfarth Shaw LLP is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the office administrator and the administrative team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, flexible, organized, meticulous, and discreet, with a positive work attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a talent for multi-tasking. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Receives and audits accounts payable for the NY office.
• Codes invoices with proper G/L disbursement codes.
• Manages the NY petty cash and local checkbook.
• Manages bank relationship.
• Maintains and files supporting documentation related to the accounts payable process.
• Answers phones.
• Responds to general office inquiries.
• Assists with budget, performance review and bonus cycles.
• Assists with various HR projects and other tasks as assigned.

 Requirements:

• High School diploma
• College degree preferred
• Prior accounts payable and administrative experience (law firm preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft office (Word, Excel and some PowerPoint)
• Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility, as overtime may be required, based on work needs

 We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental, 401k with employer contribution; life insurance; transportation fringe benefit program; paid time off policy; and long-term and short-term disability policies. Seyfarth is committed to offering employees an opportunity for professional development. EOE

Send resume and cover letter to anill@seyfarth.com