Accounting Specialist

Greenberg Traurig, a global law firm, currently has an excellent full-time employment opportunity in the Accounting Department of our Atlanta office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

Position Summary:

Working closely with the accounting manager, analyzes financial information and prepares financial reports relating to financial activities and billing for the Atlanta office. Coordinates with A/P department on projects as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Process ad hoc reports requested by the client, billing attorney, or accounting manager

• Prepare standard monthly financial reports as directed by the accounting manager

• Process expenses for office credit cards

• Maintain engagement letters for annual audit; request engagement letters for new clients monthly

• Monthly review and closing of client matters with no activity

• Reconciling vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies

• Assist with review and processing vendor invoices

• Organize and process payments for bar dues

• Maintain house accounts at local restaurants

• Process petty cash and reconciliation

• Answer general accounting questions

• Assist with various administrative tasks within the department as needed

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask

• Possess strong analytical skills supported by advance Excel skills and the ability to convey detailed information to others in a concise manner

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well under pressure

• Self-starter with ability to successfully adapt to changing priorities and work demands

• Strong sense of urgency, takes ownership of work product, high customer service level, resilience, and a can-do attitude

• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Qualifications & Prior Experience:

• College degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

• Candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience of general accounting from a legal or service-related industry

• Experience with special applications (Concur, Aderant) preferred

• Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook are required.

Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.

Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm’s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program’s alignment with the firm’s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.