Cost Accountant

Job Title

The primary responsibility of the position is the preparation of daily, weekly and monthly cost data entry.

Responsibilities

Maintain and upload daily, weekly and monthly cost data to client files through the firm's in-house legal application.

Allocate and post voucher entries for cost data to client files through the firm's in-house legal application.

Perform follow-up on missing cost data allocation.

Provide client cost backup to legal staff as requested.

Function as backup for accounts payable staff.

Complete in a timely manner any additional projects requested.

Supervision Received and / or Given

Supervision given by Financial Manager.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Up to three years' experience in an Accounting department or related business office setting.

Bachelor of Science or Art's degree, with a major in Accounting preferred.

Proficiency in Intermediate Excel - Must be able to prepare and maintain worksheets and manipulate data from downloads and extracts.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills.

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions

This position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating a computer. At times, employees are required to work in excess of the normal work schedule. Employees in this position must be mobile, have the ability to bend, and have ability to lift and carry files weighing approximately 10-15 lbs.