Client Accounting Accruals Assistant

Skadden, Arps...LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York seeks a Client Accounting Accruals Assistant to join our firm in a hybrid role. The position focuses on analyzing, tracking and reporting unbilled legal expenses (accruals) and coordinating accrual requests across teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of general office experience, plus strong Excel and communication skills to support deadlines and client matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; minimum one year of general office experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, PivotTables and VLOOKUPs.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn new software and operate under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide client accounting analysis and accrual reporting.
• Coordinate accrual requests end-to-end with partners.
• Validate data across E-Billing platforms and Aderant.
• Maintain accrual administration and deadlines.
• Communicate with clients, attorneys and business services teams.
• Assist with complex assignments and process improvements.

Skills

Excel

Outlook

Word

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Aderant

E-Billing platforms

Job description

About Us

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Client Accounting Accruals Assistant to join our Firm. This hybrid position will be based in our New York office.

• The Client Accounting Accruals Assistant provides client accounting analysis and estimation, tracking, and accurate reporting of unbilled legal expenses (accruals).
• Works closely and collaborates with team members to meet reporting deadlines.
• Assists team members with complex assignments.
• Coordinates client accrual requests end-to-end.
• Prepares/forwards accrual requests, runs the relevant unbilled/accrual data, and compiles for distribution.
• Validates and reconciles matter/billing details across E-Billing platforms and Aderant to ensure accurate routing.
• Maintains accrual request administration and distribution controls for deadlines and formatting as required by client.
• Oversees matter cleanup and resolves missing/unclear matter identifiers to ensure complete and accurate accrual reporting.
• Handles accrual exceptions and applies documented special routing requirements for specific partners/clients.
• Navigates various E-Billing platforms.
• Clearly communicates and responds to inquiries and requests made by clients, attorneys, and business services professionals.
• Documents meetings/discussions with billers, partners and clients for actions and/or later follow-up.
• Communicates issues and escalates as needed.
• Interacts daily with the E-Billing, Billing & Collection teams.
• Actively seeks to enhance knowledge of all Client Accounting procedures and processes.
• Maintains complete and up-to-date files for each partner and/or client.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Complies with and understand Firm operation, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (e.g., pivot tables, v-lookups)
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive client matters with professionalism and discretion
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
• Education and Experience Required Bachelor's degree Minimum of one year of general office experience.

Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and business services professionals.

Benefits

For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Salary Details

$70,000 - $80,000

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Alex Taylor at [phone].

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In accordance with the Transparency in Coverage Rule, click here to review machine-readable files made available by UnitedHealthcare: Transparency in Coverage Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.