Senior Accounting Assistant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Work closely with the Controller tooversee and maintain cost fund accounts & the firm’s trust account.
• Work closely with the Mass Torts Practice Group senior paralegal to ensure the timely and accurate processing of settlement payments and other case disbursements that are directed by an LCHB partner.
• Prepare and process transactions, including checks, wire transfers, ACH payments, correspondence, etc., and document into accounting software.
• Reconcile bank accounts at month end.
• Prepare and post standard journal entries.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.
• Work with external tax accountants on quarterly and annual requests.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external parties.
• Produce Accounting reports and assists with special projects, as needed.
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Respond to requests in a professional manner and timely manner, and seeks feedback/follow-up as appropriate;
• Build effective working relationships across departments and offices as appropriate

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, the ideal candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required, Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

• 5 years of progressive accounting experience with direct exposure to accounting operation duties like AP, AR, and cash reconciliations.
• Knowledge of Elite 3E and experience working in a professional services environment are highly desirable.
• Law firm experience desirable.