Skadden

Skadden

Client Accounting Supervisor

Washington D.C

Sponsorship not specified$155k-$170kDetected 9 days ago
AccountingExcelHRPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsEmployment LawCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeAccounts Payable

About the role

  • We are seeking a Client Accounting Supervisor to join our Firm.
  • This position will be based in our Washington D.C. office (hybrid).
  • The role entails supervising the daily activity of department personnel and ensures operating needs are met.

Responsibilities

  • Recommends and implement changes and improvements in methods and procedures to higher-level management.
  • Prepares client bills and design complex/customized charts and reports to accompany bills.
  • Collects accounts receivable and support effective billing/collections strategies by analyzing reports, identifying trends, and meeting with partners to discuss goals, issues, and objectives.
  • Uses the Firm's performance management process to communicate expectations, coach employees, and manage unsatisfactory performance.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of Client Accounting best practices, trends, and techniques.
  • Proficiency with relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
  • Ability to effectively supervise others
  • Ability to administer Firm policies and procedures
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • ability to provide excellent customer service and build effective working relationships.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Close attention to detail
  • strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
  • organize/prioritize/delegate
  • coach and use problem-solving techniques.
  • handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
  • use discretion and independent sound judgment.

Skills

  • Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.

Compensation

  • The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details.
  • Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.
  • Salary Details

Benefits

  • We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
  • Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Paid leave options, including parental.
  • For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits
  • In accordance with the Transparency in Coverage Rule,
  • In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.

Company info

  • 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 Supervisor to join our Firm. This position will be based in our Washington D.C. office (hybrid). The role entails supervising the daily activity of department personnel and ensures operating needs are met. Provides problem solving assistance and participates in large department projects. Provides suggestions and alternatives to improve the entire client accounting process.
  • Facilitates optimal day-to-day operations of all department functions, including developing local workflows/guidelines and ensures accurate, timely responses for departmental services.
  • Coordinates and oversees department projects, day-to-day operations, and long-range plans.
  • Ensures billing staff follow through with assigned Billing Partners to complete billing actions; assist partners with billing and collection challenges.
  • Communicates professionally with internal and external clients, including communicating with clients (verbally and in writing) on behalf of partners regarding unpaid bills and partial payments/on-account payments.
  • Builds strong working relationships across the department to maximize collections processes.
  • Conducts monthly review of partner investment reports.
  • 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.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Applicants who require an accommodation during the

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