Bookkeeper

We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join a law firm in Oak Brook, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position supports daily accounting operations with particular emphasis on client trust activity, financial accuracy, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a detail-focused services setting, managing sensitive financial records, and using tools such as QuickBooks and Bill.com to keep transactions organized and current.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee client trust account activity and maintain records in accordance with applicable legal and ethical standards.

• Review and process client invoices, ensuring charges are posted correctly to operating or trust accounts as appropriate.

• Record routine financial activity such as journal entries, deposits, payments, and other bookkeeping transactions with a high degree of accuracy.

• Manage accounts payable workflows, including vendor disbursements through Bill.com, check preparation, and payment processing.

• Complete regular reconciliations for bank accounts and trust accounts to confirm balances and resolve discrepancies promptly.

• Track client trust balances carefully to ensure funds are segregated properly and handled without commingling.

• Organize and maintain digital financial documentation, including scanned invoices, receipts, and related client account records.

• Support month-end accounting tasks, reporting needs, and audit preparation by providing complete and accurate financial information.

• Work closely with attorneys and administrative staff to address billing questions and clarify account activity when needed.

The salary range for this position is $26 to $32. Benefits are available including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably within a legal, law firm, or similar services environment.
• Practical experience with client trust accounting is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Bill.com is required.
• Solid knowledge of accounts payable, invoicing, journal entries, and general bookkeeping procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially when handling client funds and sensitive financial information.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and complete work within deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective organizational and communication skills to support collaboration across teams.

Compensation

$30.40-$35.20 Hourly

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