Assistant Audit Letter Research

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Assistant, Audit Letter Research

The candidate will assist in the identification of potentially related clients through corporate and conflicts database research in connection with a client’s request for an audit response letter. Communicate with attorneys and their assistants, and coordinate with the Audit Letter Research Lead Analyst, Compliance / Audit Letter Attorney, and Assistant General Counsel. Guide and instruct assistants throughout the process of completion of audit letter requests. Review audit inquiry letters to determine the parameters of the requested information to be compiled and assist in identifying issues that might need to be addressed. Become proficient in understanding and review of available subscription databases (such as Dun & Bradstreet’s Corporate Family Tree), the New Business Intake system, and the conflicts of interest databases. Review financial systems data and accounting-related reports; verify report totals, including cross-entity totals, to ensure accurate reporting. Become proficient in compiling complete audit information requests after reviewing all pertinent information. Periodically meet with Audit Letter Review Committee team members in connection with the review and modification of practices and procedures in support of efficiency and compliance protocols. General administrative and clerical duties, including meaningful maintenance of databases and records to retain future value for multiple users. Assist with special projects/assignments as needed. Other duties as assigned. Should have 1 year of experience in corporate analysis, compliance, conflicts of interest, or comparable research skills preferred. Analytical reasoning ability is essential. Strict attention to detail and excellent writing skills are a must. Must possess strong organizational skills. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all levels of attorneys and staff. Must have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must have the ability to multi-task, prioritize and follow through with issues in order to meet critical deadlines and maintain compliance objectives while working under pressure in a demanding environment. Bachelor’s degree required. A minimum of one (1) year experience of working in an office environment is preferred.

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Job Requisition Id: R223821

Company info

Hogan Lovells
555 Thirteenth Street NW
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20004
Website : http://www.hoganlovells.com