Staff Accountant

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Job description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Department in addition to playing a key role in a variety of special projects. He or she develops and maintains a calendar of activities and events to ensure that recurring tasks are performed on a timely basis. We are seeking for a person with strong accounting background and reconciliation skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Understand the firm's retirement plans including the 401(k) and Cash Balance
• Solve a variety of complex situations involving participant needs; Liaise with vendors; Provide information or assistance horizontally; Commit to providing quality services
• Responsible for setting up monthly and quarterly contributions and reconciliation of the Partners Master Spreadsheets
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with managers, plan participants and team members
• Address all inquiries with tactful, accurate and timely responses
• Monitor and reconcile all general ledger accounts related to pension, including suspense and expense accounts
• Assist with annual Plan audits
• Assist with the payroll process; Enter deferral contribution and loan payments; Reconcile wires
• Maintain the Beneficiary Spreadsheet (and supporting files)
• Inform managers of sensitive issues or special projects pertaining to the pension program
• All members of the firm are encouraged to participate in our Global Citizenship program.
• Other duties as assigned.
• QUALIFICATIONS
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• Experience on reconciliations.
• Some knowledge of ERISA regulations.
• Experience working closely with outside vendors and supporting a demanding customer base.
• Experience managing projects and developing close working relationships with participants.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong PC skills (including Word and Power Point).
• Must have advanced Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project management and presentation skills.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5+ years of successful experience with a large accounting firm, law firm, benefits consulting firm, or benefits department of a large corporation.
• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting or other business related field preferred.
• HOURS
• Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. with additional hours as needed. Limited time off in December and January.
• Hogan Lovells is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or protected Veteran status.