Senior Accountant, Accounting Process and Operations

Senior Accountant, Accounting Process and Operations (White & Case LLP, Tampa, FL) Act as subject matter expert and the go-to person for accounting policies, processes, procedures and concepts and financial system (3E). Prepare and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including SOPs, user guides, process maps and training materials. Lead the transition of accounting activities from local offices to centralized global teams, ensuring knowledge transfer and process consistency. Conduct statutory accounting and audit compliance activities, including maintaining local chart of accounts, tax codes, and regulatory documentation. Investigate and troubleshoot complex process and system issues collaborating with Financial Operations and Financial Systems teams to resolve. Partner with consultants and internal systems teams to implement new ERP functionalities, including specification development, testing, and training. Perform monthly General Ledger Accounts ("GL") and payroll reconciliations as applicable. Support firm-wide finance projects focused on process standardization and operational efficiency. Provide guidance to other departments on the capabilities and configuration of the 3E financial system. Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives as required. Serve as the GL Finance Data Steward, ensuring data integrity and consistency across systems. Conduct training and provide ongoing support to Global finance teams across the firm. Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses, including expenditure reviews and GL account reconciliations. Telecommuting may be permitted up to 1 day per week. When not telecommuting, must report to White & Case LLP at 111 W. Oak Avenue, Suite 300, Tampa, FL 33602. Salary: $104,562 - $125,650 per year.Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree or U.S. equivalent in Economics, Accounting, or a related field, plus at least 5 years of professional experience as an Accountant, Revenue Tax Specialist, or any occupation, job title, position performing financial and practice management at a law firm.Must also have experience with the following special skills: 5 years of professional experience working in financial operations and systems, evolving from hands-on accounting (including A/P, A/R, payroll, and intercompany settlements), process optimization, and cross-border coordination across international law firm operations, as well as, translating operational pain points into system enhancements and global process improvements utilizing in depth knowledge and understanding of the functionality of common law firm ERP systems and jurisdictional accounting software including Elite 3E, IC, Emburse, and Xcelerate; 5 years of professional experience performing statutory accounting and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions including configuring and maintaining financial systems to meet local accounting regulatory requirements; 5 years of professional experience conducting complex accounting analysis and audit support including GL account reconciliations, payroll and expenditure reviews, and preparation of statutory audit schedules; 5 years of professional experience working with tax authorities and regulatory bodies, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial reporting and compliance including preparation of compliance submissions, transfer pricing reports, ownership disclosures and analysis to regulatory authorities, as well as, understanding complex tax structures; and 5 years of professional experience performing global finance transformation initiatives including transitioning accounting activities from local offices to centralized teams, guiding finance staff, and serving as a GL Finance Data Steward as well as partnering with internal systems teams and external consultants to deploy new ERP functionalities, develop specifications, conduct testing, and deliver training across global finance teams.Please submit resume online at: https://www.whitecase.com or via email to lateralrecruiting@whitecase.com. Must specify Ad Code EVEK.

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