Accounting/Billing Specialist

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, a boutique IP law firm in downtown Chicago, is looking for a Billing and Accounting Assistant. This candidate will be someone with excellent organizational skills, possess a positive and professional demeanor, be able to take direction well, learn new software/online interfaces, and be open to new challenges. This individual should be IT/computer savvy and feel confident in their ability to learn and understand different accounting software and client protocols. Previous experience in e-billing is preferred as most of the firm's billing is done electronically.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Previous A/R and/or e-billing experience is preferred but not required.
A/P experience is a plus.
Previous work history in a law firm setting is beneficial, but not required.
Confidence to learn, understand and navigate new software protocols is necessary.
Fluent knowledge and facility of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Effective correspondence with our client base –both by email and speaking with them on the phone.
Regular interaction with the firm's attorneys and managing partners is to be expected and these relationships will need to be established and fostered for success in this role.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in e-billing is preferred
Previous work history in a law firm setting is beneficial
Experience in working with Juris, Serengeti, Corridor, Onit, Ascent

Responsibilities

Manage firm billing of client s
Navigate client billing portals to ensure accurate and successful delivery of client e- billing
Manage the pre-bill process, incorporating attorney mark-ups into final billing
Provide reports to firm attorneys and at the direction of the Accounting Director
Light A/P duties
Assist in preparation of client accruals and maintain client budgets
Maintain the database of clients and matters