Manager, Escrow Accounting

Cozen O’Connor’s Philadelphia office is seeking an Escrow Accounting Manager to work within the Finance Department.  We currently offer a hybrid work schedule, 3 days in the office, 2 days’ work from home.  Come and work with one of the top 100 law firms in the country. 

• Manage and develop a team of escrow accounting staff
• Manage daily client funds workflow for hourly and contingent legal practices, as well as ancillary businesses
• Manage over 50 client escrow accounts, including foreign accounts
• Manage the legal license renewal process including gathering and delivering information needed for annual filings and maintaining the internal database
• Handle various banking needs along with the Treasury Specialist
• Lead annual audits of client escrow accounts for various jurisdictions
• Ensure internal controls are in place and properly followed and assist with developing additional controls
• Lead project work related to implementation of new software and various process improvements
• Identify and address special client needs for various legal practices
• Handle human resources issues for the team including written and verbal performance evaluations, pay increase considerations, addressing performance concerns and evaluation of the overall team structure

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Prior law firm experience and working knowledge of legal financial software (Elite or Aderant) are a major plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office for Windows and strong Excel skills are required
• Strong analytical and communication skills, initiative, and accuracy are essential
• Ability to work in a detail oriented environment
• Must be proactive, work well as part of a team, operate well under pressure and work well in a fast paced environment
• Customer service oriented and professional demeanor required
• Proven ability to lead a team in a continuously changing environment
• Forward thinking and able to identify risk areas and implement necessary processes to manage risks

Known for its commitment to action and tangible results, Cozen O'Connor has rapidly grown to become one of North America's fastest-growing law firms. Offering full-service expertise in litigation, business law, and government relations, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including global Fortune 500 companies, growing middle-market firms, startups, and high-profile individuals. Founded in 1970, Cozen O’Connor has over 925 attorneys practicing internationally in 32 cities across North America and Europe. The firm is consistently ranked among the top 100 law firms in America and has received recognition from prestigious legal and business organizations such as Chambers & Partners, The American Lawyer, The Legal 500, and Best Lawyers. Cozen O'Connor is dedicated to excellence and strives to achieve the right results for its clients, no matter how complex or critical the legal challenges may be.

Cozen O’Connor is committed to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing differences within the firm, and we know that assembling a team with a breadth of perspectives and experience is necessary to provide the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort.

Cozen O'Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized. Cozen O’Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.