Legal Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a growing law firm in Essex County, NJ, is searching for a Legal Accounting Clerk to support their finance and billing team. This is a fully in-person position and is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Reporting to the finance/billing team, the Legal Accounting Clerk will be responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, billing, payments, accounts receivable, and general financial administration for the firm.

In this role YOU will:

• Open new client matters and maintain accurate client and accounting records.

• Process incoming payments including checks, ACH, wires, and credit cards and ensure payments are applied correctly.

• Prepare daily deposits and maintain accurate supporting documentation.

• Assist with billing, including invoice preparation, edits, and distribution.

• Support accounts receivable activities, including following up on outstanding balances.

• Handle basic accounts payable responsibilities, including invoice entry and processing.

• Assist with account reconciliations and month-end close activities.

• Work closely with attorneys and staff to resolve billing, payment, and account-related questions.

• Follow internal controls and established law firm accounting procedures.

The firm is looking for someone who:

• Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in accuracy.

• Is highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Is comfortable working with numbers, accounting systems, and Excel.

• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Is proactive, dependable, and works well as part of a team.

• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive financial information.

Our client is looking for someone with:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience.

• Law firm or professional services experience is a plus.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general accounting systems.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

This is a fully onsite role with the opportunity to join a growing professional services environment and work closely with attorneys and the firm's finance and billing team.

Master Search Solutions is a direct hire recruiting firm that specializes in the New Jersey marketplace. We have nearly 30 years of experience connecting top talent with leading businesses. We are committed to (and celebrate) diversity, equity, and inclusion.