Attorney and Staff Openings
Candidates interested in any of the below positions should contact:
Beverly Annello
Director of Human Resources
Murtha Cullina LLP
CityPlace I
185 Asylum Street
Hartford, CT 06103
or to bannello@murthalaw.com
Payroll/Staff Accountant
The Payroll/Staff Accountant position is responsible for all aspects of the payroll for a multi-state law firm, along with general accounting duties as described below:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performing all functions of hourly and salaried payroll using the ADP Web-based payroll system.
- Knowledge of payroll regulations in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
- Reviewing and processing employee changes impacting payroll, including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, overtime, deductions, direct deposits, etc.
- Preparing payroll reports in Reportsmith.
- Posting monthly payroll journal entries; preparing analysis and reconciliation of payroll account.
- Working with HR Benefits Administrator/HR Coordinator to troubleshoot and facilitate resolution of payroll issues.
- Processing retirement contributions, workers' compensation calculations and quarterly DOL reports.
- Performing general accounting functions as needed, such as: financial reports, general ledger entries, spreadsheet reports/analysis and budget reports.
- Assisting with other accounting functions such as billing, AP and AR, as needed.
- Assisting with tax preparation and tax filings.
- Researching and interpreting data in order to respond to various accounting and financial questions.
- Assisting the Accounting Department with other projects and tasks, as assigned.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of ADP payroll system.
- Advanced experience in MS Excel.
- Must be able to deal with highly sensitive and confidential information.
- Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Pleasant and professional manner when dealing with Partners and employees.
- Ability to interact with all levels within the Firm.
- Detail-oriented.
- Ability to multi-task.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll/accounting.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Beverly Annello at the address above.
Corporate and Real Estate Partners - Stamford
The Stamford office of Murtha Cullina LLP is looking to continue its expansion by the addition of quality corporate or real estate partners. We are seeking established partners with practices in general corporate law, M&A, securities offerings, broker dealer representation or private equity representation, as well as real estate, zoning and land use, who believe their clients will benefit from our growing regional platform.
Qualified candidates should send cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample to Beverly Annello at the address above.
Corporate Associate - Hartford
Murtha Cullina LLP’s Business and Finance Department seeks a full-time associate with 2 to 4 years of significant experience with business transactions, general corporate, limited liability company, and securities matters and drafting acquisition agreements, operating agreements, buy-sell agreements and private placement documents. Accounting and/or tax experience a plus. This position is based in Murtha Cullina’s Hartford office. Candidate should have superior drafting, organizational, communication and client relationship skills. The candidate must have an entrepreneurial focus.
Qualified candidates should send cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample to Beverly Annello at the address above.
Environmental Attorney - Hartford
Murtha Cullina LLP is seeking a full-time experienced Environmental Attorney to be part of its well-established environmental practice. This position is based in its Hartford office. Experience in regulatory, transactional, energy and/or water issues is required. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellent research, writing and communication skills. Portable business is a plus.
Qualified candidates should send cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample to Beverly Annello at the address above.
