Accounting Associate

Blitt & Gaines Law Offices; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Vernon Hills is seeking a Judgment Entry Associate to perform legal and clerical duties within the Accounting Department. The role involves data entry, ensuring accuracy of balances, and reviewing court orders. Candidates should be detail-oriented with experience in office settings and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position offers a full-time employment type and is ideal for entry-level applicants.

Qualifications

• Work experience in an office environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Detail-oriented with accurate note-taking skills.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of judgment dates and amounts in the collection database.
• Review and analyze Court Orders for accuracy.
• Process files received post judgment.

Skills

Office environment experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Note taking skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Judgment Entry Associate

Job Summary

Performs various legal and clerical duties in support of the Accounting, Attorney, and Legal Department functions. The person hired for this position will ultimately gain a substantial knowledge of the legal flow, account balances, as well as any transactions; pre and post judgment. An analytical, confident, self-starter with a willingness to learn. This position is highly audited, so attention to detail is mandatory. Assist the accounting department in other financial areas as needed.

Essential Duties

• Data entry of all judgment dates and amounts in collection database
• Data entry of all agreed dismissal orders and balance review
• Properly review and analyze Court Orders
• Ensures balances are accurate
• Removal of judgment amounts and recreation of pre-judgment balances
• Review and process files received post judgment
• Review and entry of foreign judgments
• Proper communication skills
• Ensures accuracy in the system

Education and Experience

Represent the Accounting Department in a professional capacity. Requires effective interaction with the Legal Departments & Attorneys. Have a complete understanding of balances and internal transactions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have work experience in an office environment and be comfortable working with the computer
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, team environment and possess a strong work ethic
• Must be detail oriented and accurate note taking skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries: Law Practice

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