Accounting Generalist
Responsibilities:
• Coordinate the preparation of draft and finalized client invoices by following attorney direction and client-specific billing requirements.
• Update billing entries and narrative details to ensure invoices are accurate, clear, and aligned with matter activity.
• Record incoming client payments and apply receipts correctly to the appropriate files and balances.
• Track receivable activity, follow account status, and help maintain timely collections visibility.
• Review and enter vendor bills and payment requests with correct coding and proper approval workflows.
• Support the release of check and electronic payments in accordance with established financial controls.
• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate variances, and help resolve outstanding issues.
• Assist with employee and attorney reimbursement processing, including review for completeness and policy alignment.
• Provide support for trust and operating account activity, including deposits, disbursements, reconciliations, and ledger upkeep in compliance with applicable rules.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close tasks, general ledger updates, recurring reporting, audit support, and organized record retention.
Qualifications:
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting support, with law firm or legal billing experience strongly preferred.• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice handling, and account reconciliation processes.
• Familiarity with legal trust accounting practices and billing compliance expectations within a law firm environment.
• Experience using legal accounting or billing platforms such as Aderant, ProLaw, Elite, Tabs3, or comparable systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel capability, including data entry, spreadsheet maintenance, and use of formulas.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive financial information with a high level of discretion and professionalism.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with attorneys, internal staff, vendors, and clients.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
Compensation
$80,000.00-$90,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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