Job Details
A Chicago-based law firm is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Bookkeeper/Accounting Specialist to join their team. The Bookkeeper/Accounting Specialist will maintain accurate accounting records, manage client billing and accounts receivable, process accounts payable, prepare financial analyses, budget, and reports, and ensure compliance with legal and accounting regulations. This is a great opportunity for someone who has impeccable attention to detail. The salary range for this role is $75-90k commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities of the Bookkeeper/Accounting Specialist:
- All general accounting functions, including general ledger, fixed assets, client trust funds
- Answer billing questions and fulfill client requests
- Review invoices from vendors and cut checks accordingly
- Dispute invoicing issues and uphold vendor relationships
- Deposit electronic client payments and process refunds
- Draft accounts receivable reports and distribute appropriately
- Monitor cash flow and reconcile monthly credit card statements
- Prepare monthly financial reports
Requirements of the Bookkeeper/Accounting Specialist:
- Associate s or Bachelor s degree in Accounting preferred
- 3+ years of accounting experience required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer service-oriented and great communicator
- Detail-oriented with exceptional time management skills
- Self-starter with a positive, professional attitude
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