Accounting Assistant (Bookkeeping/Professional Services) – Direct Hire/Raleigh

Our client, one of the largest and most successful law firms in the Triangle, is actively recruiting for a bright and capable candidate to assume key role on its Accounting team.

 Key things to note:

• Position will report to the Assistant Controller and will focus on bookkeeping (A/R, A/P, reconciliations, etc.) and clerical duties. Seek versatile candidate who enjoys handling a variety of tasks.
• Work can be complex, and workload is heavy. Meticulous attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills will be essential.
• Firm utilizes a variety of systems including MS Office, Adobe, Thomson Reuters Elite 3E and iManage. Right candidate will be tech savvy and bring an aptitude for learning new software.
• Position will be located on-site at firm’s Raleigh office.

 Specific responsibilities will include:

• Record Accounts Payable and apply Accounts Receivable.
• Organize, prepare and submit professional licenses and organization enrollments.
• Assist with credit card reconciliation, expense report review, client and vendor inquiries, filing, and various other tasks and projects.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely fashion. 

 Targeted candidate will offer a related degree and 2+ years’ experience handling similar tasks in a high volume, high expectations setting. Experience in a legal or professional services organization would be a plus.

 Other priorities include:

• Keen attention to detail and exceptional proofreading skills
• Strong technology skills including MS applications and accounting/legal billing software
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written

 Finally, we seek a hardworking, self-directed and independent candidate who is eager to contribute and can hit the ground running.

 This is a Direct Hire role and an immediate need.

 Please forward resume for prompt consideration. Local candidates only.