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Benesch Law · 1 month ago

Audit Attorney

Cleveland,OH,US

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$99K/yr - $131K/yr

5+ years exp

Benesch Law is a rapidly growing firm recognized for its commitment to providing exceptional legal services and fostering a positive work environment. They are seeking an Audit Attorney in their Cleveland office to manage the firm's audit process, respond to auditor requests, and ensure compliance with legal and financial standards.

Law Practice

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Review audit requests, determine billing, review timekeepers' records, and gather necessary documents including legal files, corporate records, SEC filings, etc., to complete audits

Communicate with accountants, clients, the Firm's Audit Committee, the Firm's General Counsel's office, billing and/or timekeepers regarding the specifics of an audit response

Use iManage, InTapp, and other Firm software, create Audit Request Forms and notations while working with various departments, legal assistants, paralegals, etc. for information, and monitor responses for corrections and testing

Monitor timekeeper responses, revise content as needed and obtain clarification or additional information as needed

Draft and revise audit letters to comply with the Firm's risk/audit letter policies and procedures

Work with the relationship and/or reviewing attorneys to review drafts and make necessary revisions and finalize and send audit responses

Assist with other matters as requested by the Firm's Corporate and Securities Practice Group

Qualification

Corporate experienceAudit response experienceJ.D. degreeIManageInTappMS OfficeTask prioritizationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of 5 years of corporate experience, inclusive of responding to requests from auditors

J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Active license in Illinois, New York or Ohio

Strong familiarity with the audit process from start to finish

Proficient in using iManage, InTapp, or similar programs, and MS Office

Skilled at clearly articulating complex legal matters and issues

Understanding of the underlying principles in responding to clients' requests for information for their auditors

Professional demeanor with outstanding interpersonal and client service skills

Exceptional organizational and communication skills

Effective task prioritization

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Company

Benesch Law

Benesch is an Am Law 200 business law firm and limited liability partnership with offices in Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, New York, San Francisco and Wilmington.

Founded in 1938

Cleveland, Ohio, US

501-1000 employees

http://www.beneschlaw.com

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