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This role will assist in the facilitation of all accounting functions for client groups. S/he must ensure accurate and timely information to the client and relevant personnel and management.  The Manager must be well organized with excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. S/he must possess strong problem solving, and time management skills, with attention to detail, following through on projects and handling multiple tasks. The Manager must possess managerial skills and well-developed logical skills to navigate through complicated ways of working. S/he must also take initiative, juggle conflicting priorities and function well in a fast paced environment.  Client ServicingSupport the department by maintaining files, contracts and invoicesAssemble all supporting documentationRunning all required month-end reports and filesAssist with special projects utilizing PowerPoint/ Excel for presentations on financial dataUnderstand and learn client’s accounts and needsAssist with identifying solutions to financial challengesProvide accurate and quality customer service and information for all inquiriesFinancial Management and PlanningResponsible for aspects of accounting including maintenance, control and analysisPrepare general ledger and journal entries/monthly reconciliationsReconciliation and maintenance of financial statements and accountsAbility to research financial issuesPerform forecasting and other projection reportsCo-lead preparation of reports and analysis designed to communicate selected financial data to senior managementAssist with preparation of various auditsPerform forecasting and other projection reportsManage various special projects as requestedEnsure all financial information is accurate and timely Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructionsPrepare journal entries for Corporate financialsEnsure approval process of all account invoices is followedAbility to research financial issuesComplete personal timesheets and expense reports in a timely mannerPeople DevelopmentAssist in recruiting, interviewing and selecting Edelman personnelContribute to performance appraisal process for peers and managers Help to mentor, train and guide junior staffProviding finance training of the financial systemBuild a working relationship and communication with staff as well as provide the appropriate supportEngage in team building activitiesLeadershipLive the Edelman values (quality, integrity, respect, entrepreneurial spirit, mutual benefits)Demonstrate professional behaviors and pursuit of excellence in all endeavorsWe are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.