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With the team-oriented philosophy, Managers, IP Specialists and office assistants begin their career path at the firm with an extensive orientation program that familiarizes the new employee with the firm’s systems, forms, and philosophies. We then assign a more experienced “mentor” to guide the new employee’s work on active projects. This fosters a team-oriented approach that has been a cornerstone of Oliff PLC’s success.

Accounting Administrative Assistant

Seeking a full-time Accounting Administrative Assistant. This role presents an opportunity to be an integral part of our collaborative team. Your role will focus on maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, processing invoices, and assisting with general accounting duties, all while emphasizing attention to detail and organizational skills, including efficient filing. Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Record-Keeping: Maintain precise and current financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, invoices, receipts, and expense reports.
  • Data Entry: Enter financial transactions into the accounting system with precision, ensuring accuracy, completeness of information, and utilization of Excel’s advanced features for data manipulation.
  • Billing and Invoicing: Generate and distribute client invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
  • Expense Management: Monitor and reconcile expense reports, verifying receipts, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Filing and Documentation: Establish and maintain organized and efficient filing systems for financial documents, enabling easy retrieval and confidentiality, and efficiently track document locations.
  • Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the accounting department, such as scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and ordering office supplies, while maintaining detailed records in Excel.
  • Collaborative Work: Collaborate with other team members to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and contribute to the overall success of the department, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Compliance: Assist in maintaining compliance with accounting principles, internal controls, and regulatory requirements, leveraging Excel for audit trail and documentation.

Requirements:

  • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field of study.

Desired Qualities:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong focus on Excel.
  • Strong organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail.
  • Highly detail-oriented and capable of multitasking.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid work environment: Three days in-office (Mon–Wed), two days remote (Thu–Fri).
  • Competitive salary and benefits package in line with DC market standards.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

Oliff PLC is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume using the Apply Online section on this page.

New Applications Specialist (Entry-Level)

Seeking a full-time New Applications Specialist to join our New Applications Department. Offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and professional growth opportunities. Hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparation and e-filing prosecution documents with the USPTO.
  • Preparing client correspondence.
  • Managing an independent workload.
  • Docket maintenance.

Desired Qualities:

  • Excellent proofreading and editing skills.
  • Superior organizational and critical thinking skills.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Ability to problem solve and work independently.
  • Strong MS Word skills with fast/accurate typing (minimum 50 wpm).
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid work environment: Three days in-office (Mon–Wed), two days remote (Thu–Fri).
  • Competitive salary and benefits package in line with DC market standards.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

Oliff PLC is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume using the Apply Online section on this page.

Patent Support Specialist (Entry-Level)

Seeking a full-time Patent Support Specialist. Offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and professional growth opportunities. Hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Reviewing and e-filing prosecution documents with the USPTO.
  • Preparing client correspondence.
  • Managing an independent workload.

Desired Qualities:

  • Excellent proofreading and editing skills.
  • Superior organizational and critical thinking skills.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Ability to problem solve and work independently.
  • Strong MS Word skills with fast/accurate typing (minimum 50 wpm).
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid work environment: Three days in-office (Mon–Wed), two days remote (Thu–Fri).
  • Competitive salary and benefits package in line with DC market standards.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

Oliff PLC is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume using the Apply Online section on this page.