Legal Accounting Clerk

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established, growing professional services organization with a collaborative and supportive team.
• Build hands-on experience across billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and month-end accounting.
• Work closely with experienced professionals while developing valuable legal accounting and finance skills.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Opportunity to earn a discretionary year-end bonus and merit-based increases.
• Gain exposure to sophisticated accounting operations in a fast-paced professional environment with opportunities to grow.

Location: Roseland, NJ. This is a fully on-site opportunity, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with colleagues and being part of an engaged, collaborative office environment.

Note: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with 1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or closely related experience. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems are required. Law firm or professional services experience is preferred.

About Us

We are an established, full-service professional organization with a long history of delivering sophisticated, relationship-driven services to businesses and individuals. Our team combines decades of experience with a forward-thinking, collaborative approach, creating an environment where professionals can learn, contribute, and grow.Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Open new client matters and maintain accurate financial and accounting records.
• Process checks, ACH payments, wires, and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare daily deposits and maintain supporting documentation.
• Assist with invoice preparation, billing edits, and invoice distribution.
• Support accounts receivable activities and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Handle accounts payable functions including invoice entry and processing.
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities.
• Partner with internal professionals to resolve billing and payment questions.
• Maintain strong internal controls and follow established accounting procedures.
• Handle confidential financial information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems required.
• Law firm or professional services accounting experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional, discreet, and team-oriented approach.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a collaborative organization where accuracy, initiative, and teamwork are valued. This position offers broad accounting exposure rather than a narrowly defined function, giving you the opportunity to strengthen your skills across billing, AR, AP, reconciliations, and month-end processes. You'll also receive comprehensive benefits, opportunities for merit-based growth, and the potential for a discretionary year-end bonus.

JPC - 2246

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related exp. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (Y/N)

• Required Years as Associate:1
• Salary Bands:$55,000.00 - $65,000.00

Submission Email:Servete (copy Karina) -

sxbradley@mblawfirm.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Legal Accounting Clerk supporting billing, payments, AR, AP, reconciliations, deposits, and month-end accounting. Requires a relevant Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of accounting/bookkeeping experience. Fully on-site in Roseland, NJ.

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