Senior Bookkeeper
Chicago, IL
Category: Finance and Accounting
Reference ID: 10067123
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/9X1fEZ
Role: Senior Bookkeeper
Pay: $90,000 - $100,000 / year
Location: Chicago, IL - Fully onsite
Benefits: This role is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401k.
Position Overview
A growing mid-size law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to support the firm’s day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for managing accounts payable, maintaining the general ledger, performing reconciliations, and supporting monthly billing and financial reporting processes. The ideal candidate has strong accounting fundamentals, excellent Excel skills, and experience working in a professional services or business-to-business environment. Experience with PerfectLaw is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations
- Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processing
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
- Prepare and post journal entries and supporting documentation
- Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations
Billing & Revenue
- Support the firm’s monthly billing process, including invoice preparation, review, and distribution
- Work closely with attorneys and administrative staff to ensure accurate client billing and matter tracking
Financial Reporting
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial reports and supporting schedules
- Maintain organized accounting records and documentation for internal review
Year-End & Compliance
- Assist with year-end close and audit preparation, including reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Work with external accountants during year-end processes as needed
Process Improvement
- Utilize Excel formulas and financial models to improve reporting and efficiency
- Support ongoing improvements to accounting processes and internal controls
Qualifications
- 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting
- Experience with monthly billing cycles in a professional services or B2B setting
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Experience with PerfectLaw or other legal accounting software preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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