Accounting & Billing Clerk

Stark & Stark P C; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan with contributions

Job summary

Stark & Stark P C is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting & Billing Clerk to join our finance team in Hamilton, NJ. This position involves preparing client invoices, supporting billing automation, and assisting with general accounting tasks. Strong organizational skills and an eagerness to learn are essential.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a year of relevant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of office, bookkeeping, customer service, or administrative experience preferred.
• Comfortable working with numbers and performing accurate data entry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and issue flat‑fee client invoices.
• Maintain organized billing files and documentation.
• Track billing timelines to ensure invoices go out on schedule.
• Assist with testing and implementing automated billing tools.
• Support collections by tracking past‑due balances.

Skills

Organizational skills

Data entry accuracy

Communication skills

Basic accounting concepts

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Legal billing software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hamilton, NJ 08619

Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 Salary/year

Stark & Stark is seeking a detail‑oriented Accounting & Billing Clerk to join our finance team. This role will help prepare client invoices, support billing automation efforts, and assist with core accounting tasks. This is a great opportunity for an individual possessing strong organizational skills, an eagerness to learn, and an interest in gaining experience within law firm.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and issue flat‑fee client invoices.
• Maintain organized billing files and documentation.
• Track billing timelines to ensure invoices go out on schedule.
• Assist with testing and implementing automated billing tools.
• Identify recurring billing issues and recommend process improvements.
• Support collections by tracking past‑due balances and preparing aging reports.
• Communicate with attorneys and staff to resolve billing and time entry questions.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close tasks.
• Participate in special projects and general accounting support as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of office, bookkeeping, customer service, or administrative experience preferred.
• Comfort working with numbers and performing accurate data entry.
• Basic understanding of accounting concepts (training provided).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear, professional communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Experience with legal billing or accounting software is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Stark & Stark is committed to the health and well‑being of its staff members. The firm offers a full range of benefits, including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage. The firm also provides generous paid time off, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability benefits and 401(k) plan with firm contributions.

Compensation will be determined based on multiple factors, including candidate experience, qualifications, accomplishments, and location. Employees may also be eligible for annual performance‑based merit increases rewarding individual and firm achievements.

No calls or emails from staffing agencies or recruiters, please. Unsolicited resumes from search firms will not be considered when no contract is in place.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stark & Stark’s policy is to make employment decisions based on merit, ability, and competence. Except where required by law, employment practices shall not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or staff member’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or any other characteristic provided by law. Qualified minorities, females, veterans, and attorneys with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is also our policy to provide a work environment that is free of harassment of any kind, including that which is sexual, age-related, or ethnic.