Cooley LLP
Overview
Cooley is seeking an Audit Letter Analyst to join the Risk & Compliance team. Under the direction of the Audit Team Letter Manager, the Analyst will work with attorneys to respond to and monitor audit letter requests for the firm’s clients. The Analyst will oversee the process ensuring all requests are completed in a timely manner and in compliance with ABA guidelines and firm policies. Position summary : The Analyst will support the Audit Letter process and ensure accurate and timely responses in alignment with ABA guidelines and firm policies. Position responsibilities
Review incoming audit letter requests to ensure compliance with ABA guidelines and firm policies and procedures Review prior responses and/or engagement letters to identify previous disclosures or any concerns Conduct timekeeper polls, track poll responses, and communicate with attorneys regarding affirmative poll responses Draft audit letter responses for year-end letters and/or update letters for attorney review Review documentation supporting audit letter responses prior to attorney review Work with the audit letter reviewer, responsible partner and Audit Letter Committee to ensure responses satisfy firm policies, ABA guidelines, and any other applicable requirements Assist Audit Letter Committee with annual training of audit letter responses for attorneys Assist Audit Letter Committee with updating audit letter response policies and procedures Ensure accurate and timely entry of billable and non-billable time and review IntApp entries prior to month-end closing All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience
Required : Available to work overtime, as required After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications 3+ years of law firm experience which could include experience in conflicts, legal research, or as a paralegal or legal secretary supporting the Audit Letter process Familiarity with paragraph 5 of American Bar Association (ABA) Statement of Policy Regarding Lawyers' Responses to Auditors' Requests for Information Overall understanding of a corporate law practice Preferred : Bachelor’s Degree Proficiency in IntApp Open and Contract Express or similar programs Paralegal certificate Experience conducting legal and corporate research in a law firm environment Competencies
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Excellent written and oral communication skills Good judgment with strong analytical and interpretation skills Strong customer service skills Ability to work independently with little or no supervision Ability to work within a team and collaborate Strong ability to prioritize, juggle multiple tasks and manage shifting priorities High degree of professionalism Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Law Practice Compensation and benefits
The expected hourly pay range is $32.00 - $47.00 (40 hours per week), with an annual equivalent of $66,560.00 - $97,760.00. Final offer amount depends on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset. Cooley LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options, life insurance, LTD, PTO, holidays, and parental/fertility benefits. EOE. We offer a full range of elective benefits and firm-paid benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our benefits and resources. Location and notices
We’re prioritizing applicants in the Washington, DC area. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cooley LLP. We also provide notices about new Audit Analyst jobs in Washington, DC.
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Cooley is seeking an Audit Letter Analyst to join the Risk & Compliance team. Under the direction of the Audit Team Letter Manager, the Analyst will work with attorneys to respond to and monitor audit letter requests for the firm’s clients. The Analyst will oversee the process ensuring all requests are completed in a timely manner and in compliance with ABA guidelines and firm policies. Position summary : The Analyst will support the Audit Letter process and ensure accurate and timely responses in alignment with ABA guidelines and firm policies. Position responsibilities
Review incoming audit letter requests to ensure compliance with ABA guidelines and firm policies and procedures Review prior responses and/or engagement letters to identify previous disclosures or any concerns Conduct timekeeper polls, track poll responses, and communicate with attorneys regarding affirmative poll responses Draft audit letter responses for year-end letters and/or update letters for attorney review Review documentation supporting audit letter responses prior to attorney review Work with the audit letter reviewer, responsible partner and Audit Letter Committee to ensure responses satisfy firm policies, ABA guidelines, and any other applicable requirements Assist Audit Letter Committee with annual training of audit letter responses for attorneys Assist Audit Letter Committee with updating audit letter response policies and procedures Ensure accurate and timely entry of billable and non-billable time and review IntApp entries prior to month-end closing All other duties as assigned or required Skills and experience
Required : Available to work overtime, as required After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications 3+ years of law firm experience which could include experience in conflicts, legal research, or as a paralegal or legal secretary supporting the Audit Letter process Familiarity with paragraph 5 of American Bar Association (ABA) Statement of Policy Regarding Lawyers' Responses to Auditors' Requests for Information Overall understanding of a corporate law practice Preferred : Bachelor’s Degree Proficiency in IntApp Open and Contract Express or similar programs Paralegal certificate Experience conducting legal and corporate research in a law firm environment Competencies
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Excellent written and oral communication skills Good judgment with strong analytical and interpretation skills Strong customer service skills Ability to work independently with little or no supervision Ability to work within a team and collaborate Strong ability to prioritize, juggle multiple tasks and manage shifting priorities High degree of professionalism Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Law Practice Compensation and benefits
The expected hourly pay range is $32.00 - $47.00 (40 hours per week), with an annual equivalent of $66,560.00 - $97,760.00. Final offer amount depends on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset. Cooley LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options, life insurance, LTD, PTO, holidays, and parental/fertility benefits. EOE. We offer a full range of elective benefits and firm-paid benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our benefits and resources. Location and notices
We’re prioritizing applicants in the Washington, DC area. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cooley LLP. We also provide notices about new Audit Analyst jobs in Washington, DC.
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