Senior Accountant

Job Description

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant handles a variety of critical accounting responsibilities including cash and banking activities, fixed assets, reconciliations for more complex areas, financial statement preparation, financial analysis, and preparation of external audit schedules. This is a highly visible role, working closely with Finance leaders and numerous internal departments across our global offices. This role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the month-end close process: post journal entries, perform calculations, maintain detailed workpapers, and analyze variances.
• Prepare and review monthly consolidated financial statements.
• Analyze balance sheet account activity and prepare reconciliations. Research and resolve reconciling items. Review and approve reconciliations prepared by the Staff Accountant.
• Supervise daily cash accounting performed by the Staff Accountant and Trust Accountant and ensure all cash transactions are properly accounted for. Review and approve office cash and trust account bank reconciliations.
• Act as main Finance point of contact with the business on leases and construction projects. Maintain the accounting and corresponding schedules for all construction in progress and lease costs for the firm, in collaboration with individual office administrators. Advise Finance leadership on the construction project cash flow needs.
• Participate as key member of special project teams for finance transformation process and technology initiatives.
• Support annual budget and periodic forecast efforts.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate recording and classification of expenses. Supervise expenses recorded in bulk. Coordinate reconciliation of credit card account activity.
• Analyze key firm processes and transaction flows and proactively recommend operational improvements including optimizing the impact of technology. Collaborate across the Finance team and the business to roll out improved and automated processes.
• Support the annual audit, prepare supporting documentation and collaborate closely with external audit team.
• Mentor the Staff Accountant and the Trust Accountant.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to think analytically, ask insightful questions and actively seek a deeper understanding of transactions and business operations.
• Motivated and enthusiastic about contributing to continuous improvement and problem-solving in a dynamic work environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and maintain attention to detail under tight deadlines.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with enterprise accounting software, with readiness and ability to become a 3E subject matter resource with a focus on continuous improvement and automation of repetitive tasks.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive financial information with the utmost confidentiality.

Education

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. A CPA designation is preferred. 

Experience

The position requires a minimum of four (4) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience in public accounting, a blue-chip corporate environment, or a professional services firm.

Additional Information

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $96,000-$116,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

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