at Robert Half in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.
1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees
2) They have higher bonus structures
3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.
4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)
5) And more…
Job Description
+ Management of all financial accounting functions of the firm.
+ Leads the firm’s budgeting and expense management processes, including the development of annual operating budgets and financial projections and periodic variance review
+ Ensures the accuracy of monthly financial reporting and assists external CPA in the preparation of financial reports
+ Manages all daily accounting functions: bank reconciliations, cash receipts/accounts receivables
+ Handles partner distribution, payroll, 401k administration, benefits administration, and expense report management
+ Supervises Accounting Assistant in the Accounts Payable and Billing functions
+ Works closely with Accounting Consultant in London client billing
+ Works closely with Office Manager in human resource and benefits and facilities and vendor contract management
+ May participate in the strategic planning of operations
+ Management of all billing functions of the firm.
+ Tracks and reports on timekeeper hours
+ Prepares prebills and reviews edits by billing partner(s)
+ Verifies the accuracy of billing entries and supporting documentation.
+ Prepares invoices for submission to clients via various Ebilling platforms or by email, dependent on client requirements
+ Monitors accounts receivable and collection efforts
+ Submits budgets per client requirements
+ Works closely with billing partners on bill appeals
RequirementsJob Requirements:
+ Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills
+ Working knowledge of various Ebilling platforms, including: ASCENT, LSS, TyMetrix, Legal-X, Legal Tracker, etc.
+ Working knowledge of PCLaw or similar billing application
+ Ability to work well under pressure, i.e., managing conflicting and fluctuating deadlines, and effectively prioritizing multiple tasks of equal urgency and importance with minimal supervision
+ Experience in effective problem-solving, actively using sound judgment in decision-making processes
+ Ability to handle confidential matters discreetly, in a mature and responsible manner conducive to the position
+ Effective communication skills, including the ability to be courteous in handling situations patiently and tactfully, with all audiences including partners, associates, staff and external clients and vendors
+ Experience with troubleshooting minor technology issues, including hardware and software
+ Ability to occasionally work more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours
+ Bachelor’s degree
+ 3-5 years of previous law firm experience required
+ Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, NetDocuments, PClaw
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
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