Client Accounting Assistant
Company: Sidley Austin LLP
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Client Accounting AssistantUS-IL-ChicagoJob ID: 2024-9123Type:
Regular-Full Time# of Openings: 1Category: AccountingSidley Austin
LLPOverviewA Client Accounting Assistant's responsibilities in the
Cost Recovery area are focused on the daily processing of automated
expenses and attending to both vendor and internal inquiries. All
Client Accounting Assistants are responsible for learning and
executing not only the primary tasks assigned, but also the tasks
of their co-workers so they can provide backup when
needed.ResponsibilitiesManaging automated costs transmitted
electronically from both internal and external sourcesDownloading
data from vendor websites and using internal software to send data
files to be processed in the accounting systemBalancing and posting
automated and manual expenses, correcting invalid transactions,
reporting questionable charges to management and contacting
Financial Systems regarding missing and/or invalid data files
Reviewing, allocating expenses, and distributing reports for
various vendor accountsConducting research in order to respond to
inquiries related to the Firm's automated expenses; working with
vendors to resolve billing discrepancies Provide support in
managing employee personal account balances; The assistant will
maintain awareness of account balances, work with employees to
clear past due amounts and escalate delinquent accounts to
managementProcess virtual remit deposits for client and non-client
checks; communicate deposits with cash receipts team for timely
postingFiling cost batches, vendor correspondence, and internal
emails in the Firm's document management system or shared outlook
mailboxFiling and storage of cost batchesProviding excellent client
service to our attorneys, billing specialists, clients, vendors and
other Firm personnel who send inquiries to the Cost Recovery inbox.
This includes promptly pulling backup documentation, answering
questions regarding automated expenses, transferring/assigning
costs as requested and responding to vendor inquires related to
billing and paymentsOther responsibilities include assisting the
Client Accounting Supervisor and Manager as needed and performing
other related duties as assigned. QualificationsTo perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and
Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the
requirements below. The requirements listed below are
representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email
staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human
Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required:Knowledge of
Microsoft OfficeStrong written and verbal communication
skillsPreferred:Bachelor's degreePrevious law firm
experienceKnowledge of Elite Enterprise 3EOther Skills and
Abilities:The following will also be required of the successful
candidate:Strong organizational skillsStrong attention to
detailGood judgmentStrong interpersonal communication skillsStrong
analytical and problem-solving skillsAble to work harmoniously and
effectively with othersAble to preserve confidentiality and
exercise discretionAble to work under pressureAble to manage
multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritiesSidley
Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity
EmployerPIaa1e9dd8e59f-25660-35489937
Keywords: Sidley Austin LLP, Oak Lawn , Client Accounting Assistant, Accounting, Auditing , Chicago, Illinois
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