Leading Global Legal Services Firm is searching for a savvy and energetic Finance & Accounting Analyst for its Global Billing Department.

The best candidates will be flexible and highly committed to quality, customer service, teamwork, and supporting Firm and department goals in a fast-paced environment.

Based in Los Angeles, Orange County, New York of Washington D.C., the Finance & Accounting Analyst will report to the Legal Project Management Manager. The regular responsibilities for the Finance & Accounting Analyst will include but not limited to: 

• Alternative Fee Agreements:
• Apply on-account funds received under AFAs towards WIP amounts as appropriate.
• Conduct reconciliations of AFAs and prepare true-up reports as requested by clients or management.
• Volume Discounts:
• Prepare reports on net billed fees and unbilled fees for volume discount thresholds for various clients.
• Coordinate with Pricing Department to complete reconciliations as requested by clients.
• Budget Analysis:
• Coordinate with Billing Team to apply on-account balances towards WIP and outstanding balances.
• Participate in ad hoc projects as requested by Legal Finance Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, have excellent attention to detail, and have the ability to work well under pressure.
• Position requires outstanding written and verbal communication skills and excellent organizational skills.
• Applicant should possess an analytical mindset and should have the ability to understand, execute, and communicate complex fee agreements.

Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Minimum of two years prior experience in legal billing, pricing, or finance is required.
• Candidate must have strong technology skills, including MS Office Suite (with an emphasis on Excel), and an ability to leverage technology in work processes.