Bookkeeper
Burke Burns & Pinelli, Ltd. (the “Firm”) is seeking an experienced bookkeeper who would be responsible for the firm’s day-to-day bookkeeping, including, but not limited to, Billing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Accepting and Depositing Funds, and Payroll.
The bookkeeper will use the firm’s billing management system and accounting software to record transactions and prepare standard reports for the Firm’s officers.
The position requires skills and experience in bookkeeping, accounting, law firm billing and QuickBooks software as well as Microsoft Office Products. The position requires experience in a law or other professional service firm environment.
This job could be part-time or full-time, depending on the successful candidate’s availability and skills and there may be opportunities for some of the work to be performed remotely.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Must have at least 4+ years bookkeeping experience with responsibilities including client billing in a law or professional service firm environment.
- Must have successfully completed coursework in bookkeeping/accounting. An associate degree in bookkeeping/accounting is desirable.
- Must have experience with law firm billing or other professional service firm (MyCase or similar software) and accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks) as well as Microsoft Office Products.
- Must possess strong administrative and organizational skills.
- Professional appearance and manner.
Responsibilities:
1. Sets up new client matters in the billing system.
2. Finalizes prebills with attorneys’ input to include: corrections, write-off of time entries, mark hours up or down, transfer entries, and apply trust monies. Sends monthly bills to all clients.
3. Prepares monthly retainer billing.
4. Enters clients’ payments into the accounting system, prepares the bank deposit, balances daily reports, and upon approval, assures that the deposit is delivered to the bank.
5. Prepares cash flow report.
6. Inputs all payrolls into ADP payroll system.
7. Codes and enters all expense invoices and check requests.
8. Verifies all invoices and check requests are properly approved.
9. Prepares daily or weekly check runs, as appropriate or necessary.
10. Mails accounts payable checks upon approval.
11. Maintains petty cash fund.
12. Reconcile bank statements.
13. Provide monthly and quarterly financial reports.
14. Facilitate and monitor the Firm’s insurance coverage.
15. Answers questions related to payables and billing questions.
Salary range is $65,000 to $70,000 and is dependent upon experience.
TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND A COVER LETTER TO JOBPOSTING@BBP-CHICAGO.COM NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 28, 2025.