Finance Assistant

ABOUT US

Scott Scott is an international law firm known for its expertise in representing corporate clients, institutional investors, businesses, and individuals harmed by anticompetitive conduct or other forms of wrongdoing, including securities law and shareholder violations.

With more than 100 attorneys in nine offices in the United States, as well as three offices in Europe, our advocacy has resulted in significant monetary settlements on behalf of our clients, along with other forms of relief.

Our highly experienced attorneys have been recognized for being among the top financial lawyers in 2024 by Lawdragon, WWL: Commercial Litigation 2024, and Legal 500 in Antitrust Civil Litigation, and have received top Chambers 2024 rankings. In addition, we have been repeatedly recognized by the American Antitrust Institute for the successful litigation of high-stakes anticompetitive claims in the United States.

To learn more about Scott Scott, our attorneys, or complex case resolution, please visit www.scott-scott.com.

The Firm is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the financial and administrative needs of our growing Finance Department. The Assistant will provide finance support to ensure that our systems and processes follow our policies and procedures as well as provide administrative support as needed.

This position provides administrative support to the Finance team and will report directly to the Controller.

Part-time, hourly, non-exempt position with eligibility for overtime if/when needed and pre-approved by management.

Responsibilities

The Finance Assistant will be a team player and will be able to maintain flexibility in their role.

The key responsibilities are as follows:

Administrative

• Provides administrative and logistical support for the Controller.
• Processing of time entries, invoices and expense reports;
• Assist the team in tracking compliance, month-end and year-end closes and reporting requirements, along with internal and external deadlines;
• Engages in proofreading, formatting, information gathering, filing, and other administrative tasks as needed across the finance department;
• Provides administrative support to the Connecticut office on an as needed basis;
• Other duties as assigned.

Finance

• Assist in maintaining records and updates related to fixed assets;
• Assist with accounts payable tasks (back-up);
• Provide support to the Finance team as needed;
• Other finance-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 1 years of experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in accounting systems.
• Work experience within a law firm.

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Scott Scott Attorneys at Law LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Accounting or Finance: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Colchester, CT 06415 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Colchester, CT 06415: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24