Accounting/Billing Specialist

Hanley Flight & Zimmerman LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life and Disability Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Year-end discretionary bonus potential

Job summary

Hanley Flight & Zimmerman, LLC, based in Chicago, IL, seeks a Billing and Accounting Assistant to support client billing, pre-bill processing, and reporting for attorneys. This in-office role requires accuracy and clear communication with clients and partners.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree (GPA 3.0+), is comfortable with Juris, Serengeti, Corridor, Onit, and Ascent, and is proficient in MS Office, especially Excel. Previous law-firm experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Previous A/R and/or e-billing experience is preferred but not required.
• A/P experience is a plus.
• Prior work history in a law firm setting is beneficial but not required.
• Comfort with Juris, Serengeti, Corridor, Onit, Ascent software and MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage firm billing of clients.
• Navigate client billing portals to ensure accurate and successful delivery of client e-billing.
• Manage the pre-bill process, incorporating attorney mark-ups into final billing.
• Provide reports to firm attorneys and at the direction of the Accounting Director.
• Assist in preparation of client accruals and maintain client budgets.
• Maintain the database of clients and matters.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Client communication

Learning new software

Education

Bachelor's degree GPA 3.0+

Tools

Juris

Serengeti

Corridor

Onit

Ascent

Job description

Full time | Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC | United States

Posted On 09/09/2026

Job Information

Legal

$45,000-$47,000

Work Experience 0-1 year

City Chicago

State/Province Illinois

60606

Job Description

• Manage firm billing of client s
• Navigate client billing portals to ensure accurate and successful delivery of client e- billing
• Manage the pre-bill process, incorporating attorney mark-ups into final billing
• Provide reports to firm attorneys and at the direction of the Accounting Director
• Assist in preparation of client accruals and maintain client budgets
• Maint ain the database of clients and matters

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC is committed to diversity as a core value of the firm. We continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. A diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our work experience and enhances the value of our legal services. HFZ is an Equal Opportunity/ M/F/Vet/Disabled Employer.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Previous A/R and/or e-billing experience is preferred but not required .
• A/P experience is a plus.
• Previous work history in a law firm setting is beneficial. but not required .
• Although experience in working with the following software is not essential, confidence to learn , understand and navigate new software protocols is necessary: Juris, Serengeti, Corridor, Onit, Ascent - to name a few.
• The Billing and Accounting Assistant position requires fluent knowledge and facility of Microsoft Office, especially Excel. This role requires effective correspondence with our client base –both by email and speaking with them on the phone. Regular interaction with the firm's attorneys and managing partners is to be expected and these relationships will need to be established and fostered for success in this role.

The salary range for this position is $45,000-$50,000 per year. Actual salary will vary and may be above or below this range based on experience.

Year-end discretionary bonus potential.

Comprehensive Benefits Program includes Health, Life and Disability Insurance and available Dental and Vision insurance.

401K plan.

This is an in-office, Chicago-based role.