Finance Generalist

2 weeks ago

Portland, Maine, United States Bernstein Shur Full time $40,000 - $80,000 per year

Job Description
Bernstein Shur, a New England-based law firm that advises clients across the U.S. and around the world, is seeking a Finance Generalist, as part of the Finance Department, based out of our Portland, Maine office. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position as Finance Generalist will be a versatile role within our Finance organization, assisting in multiple functions within the Finance department.  This position is a great opportunity for the right candidate to be exposed to many facets of small business finance.  The ideal candidate is a results-driven, detail-oriented professional who can effectively meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  Although relevant experience is a plus, this organization is dedicated to investing in and adequately training the ideal candidate to add to our collaborative team of professionals. 

Job Requirements
DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

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Associate degree required

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Two years of previous experience, preferably a professional services industry

•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

•  Superior people/interpersonal skills

•  Keen ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with employees at all levels

•  Work discreetly with confidential information

•  Must be proactive, accountable and have excellent judgment

•  Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accurate data input

Job Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

  • Initiate conflict of interest database searches using the firm 3E Time and Billing system

  • Review and verify that conflict searches are complete and accurate

  • Disseminate conflict search reports for review and approval

  • Review submitted documentation for completeness and conduct follow-up as appropriate for new clients and matters set up

  • Enter and maintain all relevant clients/matters data

  • Document approval and declinations of clients/matters

  • Respond to inquiries and requests promptly, with courtesy and efficiency

  • Other finance department tasks including but not limited to the following:

  • Onboard/offboard tasks

  • Close and reopen clients/matters
  • Update attorney designations for clients/matters
  • Update all relevant timekeeper data
  • Generating 3E reports such as client and matter lists as requested
  • Process declined clients/matters
  • Work with cross-functional areas within the Finance department to fulfill the business needs of the Firm
  • Provide backup support for Finance Staff and functions (i.e. Accounts Receivable & Collections, Cash Receipts, Accounts Payable & Trust Accounting).

Job Benefits
BENEFITS PACKAGE:

•  Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance

•  Group life and disability insurance

•  Financial wellness program

•  401(k) employer match and profit sharing

•  23 days PTO in the first year of employment

•  11 paid holidays

•  Free parking

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