Accounting Clerk

Lippes Mathias LLP; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with profit-sharing

Paid parental leave

Long-term disability

Life/AD&D insurance

Job summary

Lippes Mathias LLP in Rochester, NY is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk with strong accounting and billing expertise to ensure accurate client invoicing and related processes. This role handles preparation, review, processing, and collection of client billings while supporting other accounting functions; attention to detail, confidentiality, and high accuracy are essential.

You’ll perform AP, AR, billing, entry of financial data, generate billing notices, monitoring payments, and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting is preferred.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and financial records.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in various aspects of general accounting, including AP, AR, and billing.
• Assist in ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Process vendor invoices, verifying accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Assist in the preparation and review of client billings.
• Enter financial data into accounting software or spreadsheets accurately.
• Generate and send customer billing notices.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding customer payments.
• Maintain documentation and filing.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting

Tools

ProLaw

Job description

Let Us Introduce Ourselves

Are you looking for:

• A firm where your work is substantive, your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported?
• A stable, people-focused workplace with long-tenured colleagues, accessible leadership, and a year-end bonus opportunity?
• Strong benefits from day one and a culture that respects your life outside the office?

Lippes Mathias is one of the nation's 200 largest law firms, with 400 professionals across 17 offices nationwide, including 230 attorneys. We've built a full-service business law practice with a national footprint and deep roots in each community we serve by investing in people who want to grow alongside the firm.

Joining our team means stepping into a culture that prioritizes accessible leadership, meaningful growth opportunities, and a work environment that respects your life outside the office. Support for our employees is something we take very seriously. In fact, "supportive" was the top word our employees used to describe our work environment on a recent anonymous survey.

We recognize that our firm would grind to a halt without the steadfast work of professionals like you, and that's why we've made it our commitment to cultivate and maintain an environment where you feel seen and supported. You'll work as a member of a team, not just for one.

If you're considering a move and wondering whether it's worth it, we'd like to make the case that it is. If you've been looking for a firm where the quality of the culture is surpassed only by the quality of the work, you may have found it.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We offer competitive pay, a year-end bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental & vision, beginning your first month
• Immediate eligibility for 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Paid parental leave
• Long-term disability (firm-paid)
• Life/AD&D insurance

For roles at our downtown locations, firm-arranged parking is available. We also keep the break room stocked with complimentary snacks and beverages.

About the Role

Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk with strong accounting and billing expertise to ensure the accurate and efficient administration of client invoicing and related accounting processes. This role is responsible for the accurate preparation, review, processing, and collection of client billings while also providing support for other accounting functions. Attention to detail, accuracy, analytical ability, and confidentiality are essential to success in this position.

What You'll Do

• Provide support in various aspects of general accounting, including AP, AR, and billing
• Assist in ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Process vendor invoices, verifying accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Assist in the preparation and review of client billings
• Enter financial data into accounting software or spreadsheets accurately.
• Generate and send customer billing notices.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding customer payments.
• Maintain documentation and filing.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned.
  

What We're Looking For

• Associate’s degree in accounting is preferred.
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with ProLaw a plus but not required.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and financial records.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Maintain a customer focused approach in all interactions with internal professionals and staff, clients, and vendors.
• A positive attitude in all aspects of the role, demonstrating accountability, ownership, and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to complete projects with little direction.
• Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information.
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products.
  

Compensation

Salary range: $25-$32. This is a good-faith estimate for the position based on location and minimum criteria. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and other job-related factors as permitted by law.

To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippescareers.com/