Accounting Clerk - 1763860

A Premier, Full-Service Intellectual Property and Technology Law Firm in Chicago Requires an Accounting Clerk! If you meet the qualifications below, APPLY NOW!

Job Title: Accounting Clerk

Department: Accounting Department

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Job Summary:

An Accounting Clerk provides day-to-day accounting and billing support, processes transactions, completes account reconciliations and client billing across various third-party systems, and assists in database maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares daily bookkeeping tasks

• Assists with month-end billing process

• Monitors the flow of the accounting email inbox

• Manages the AR function by applying cash receipts

• Supports the AP function by reviewing coding or by preparing various journal entries

• Assists with the billing function of client invoices

• Assists with the monthly, quarterly, annual client and firm reporting

• Assists with the definition and documentation of bookkeeping policies and procedures Required

 Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively as a team member as well as independently

• Ability to organize workflow and manage time efficiently

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail

• Maintains a high level of service to internal and external clients

• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with staff

• ProLaw experience (Juris, Elite, or equivalent accounting software)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office especially with higher-level Excel functionality

Education and Experience:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field

• Relevant work experience

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

• Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds at times

• Work in the office three days a week

This Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.