Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer hiring Staff Accountant in Raleigh, NC | LinkedIn (2024)

Overview of the Function

Finance operations ensures robust financial control and partners with functions across the firm to advise and influence strategic decision making that drives long-term profitable growth.

We achieve our vision by working collaboratively with a shared culture of respect and commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

The core functions within Financial Controls focus on the record-to-report cycle and include transaction recording, account reconciliation, transaction, financial and business performance reporting, budgeting and data analysis

Role summary/purpose of job

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining firm and industry accounting standards to ensure proper controls and accurate and transparent reporting. Specifically this role is responsible for preparing and posting journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, assisting with month-end close, preparing supporting schedules and monthly reports.

Key responsibilities and deliverables

• Prepare and record entries to the general ledger.
• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts.
• Analyze variances and provide detailed explanations.
• Discuss financial performance with management and provide related insights.
• Support accounts payable activities for accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare supporting documentation for month-end close, monthly reporting and annual audits.
• Adhere to and enforce firm accounting guidelines.
• Coordinate with the Global Finance Team to support global reporting needs and processes.
• Respond to inquiries and ad-hoc analysis, and other duties as assigned.

Key requirements (Communication/skills/experience

Essential

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities with a focus on accuracy and effectiveness while working independently.
• Organized and flexible with an ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to prioritize daily workload while simultaneously managing multiple deliverables.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships across functions and geographies.

Desirable

• Prior experience working in a legal or professional services environment. Experience with 3E

EEO Statement

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP is proud to be an equal employment and affirmative action employer. Our policies and practices will be free from unlawful discrimination based upon race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, military service, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We strive to promote an atmosphere that encourages equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the alternative email address below to contact us about your interest in employment at BusinessServicesRecruitment@Freshfields.com , or you can send your resume to BusinessServicesRecruitment@Freshfields.com , or you can call us at +1-212-277-4000.