Client Account Assistant

Overview Cooley is seeking a Client Account Assistant to join the Accounting team. Position summary Under the direction of the Client Account Manager or Supervisor, the Client Account Assistant is responsible for providing routine and basic client billing support to the Client Account Managers, Supervisors and department. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Position responsibilities Responsible for distribution, logging, preparation, processing, and mailing of client billing Provide prompt and accurate assistance to attorneys, clients, business professionals and billing team to resolve billing problems Provide cost backup documentation Research all inquiries regarding past and present billing File and prepare past month\'s billing for electronic scanning Review and summarize engagement letters pertaining to special financial agreements Enter financial arrangements in accounting system Implement and maintain client and matter database All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience Required : After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Strong Excel skills Available to work overtime, as required Preferred: Bachelor's degree Prior experience (e.g., billing and/or accounting) Prior law firm experience General knowledge of accounting concepts Previous 3E and electronic billing experience 10 key by touch Competencies Quick learner Excellent follow through, accuracy, initiative, and math skills Ability to successfully maintain and promote attorney and client relations Professional demeanor Excellent organizational, communication (verbal and listening) and writing skills Ability to work under tight deadlines Ability to interact and work well with others (co-workers and vendors) Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE. The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 37.5 hours per week is $30.25 - $36.00 ($58,987.50 - $70,200.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off ("PTO") and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cooley LLP