Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates
Client Accounting Assistant

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Provides client accounting analysis and billing support to a wider finance team. Assists with bill preparation, and follows-up on all matters of billing and collection and responds to related internal inquiries. Works closely with supervisor and team members to meet department service guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists with handling billing and client analysis projects.
- Reviews outstanding balance reports.
- Prepares bills, completes partner edits, prepares internal forms and back-up including preparation of narrative descriptions, write-offs, transfers, retainer and on-account applications.
- Responds to inquiries and requests for information made by attorneys, secretaries, legal assistants and business services professionals using effective communication skills, both oral and written.
- Communicates situations requiring escalation to management.
- Actively seeks to consistently develop knowledge of all Client Accounting procedures and processes.
- Uses sound judgment when approaching problems and making decisions.
- Updates and maintains logs for billing, reminder memos and partner responses.
- Documents meetings/discussions with partners for actions and/or later follow-up.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
- Manages Firm resources responsibly.
- Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER JOB-RELATED COMPETENCIES
- Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
- Knowledge of UK and international VAT rules
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrates close attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
- Flexibility to travel
- Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs


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- Minimum of one year of general office experience
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