Finance & Accounting Associate — High-Stakes Plaintiffs

Edelson PC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Edelson PC, a leading plaintiffs’ law firm in Chicago, seeks a Finance & Accounting Associate to manage AP, financial close, audits, and tax compliance. You will ensure accurate books, support payroll, and maintain documentation while collaborating with attorneys and leadership.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel/Sheets. CPA-track is a plus; Ramp/QuickBooks experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 1–2+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP; accounting skills and accuracy.
• Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets; quick to learn new tools.
• CPA or CPA-track preferred; law/firm experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, vendor invoicing, payments and 1099 reporting.
• Carry out month-end and year-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Administer firm expense policies using Ramp.
• Reconcile bank and IOLTA/COLTAF trust accounts.
• Prepare schedules for external audit and support tax filings.
• Support payroll processing and year-end reporting.
• Maintain financial records and documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and leadership on financial matters.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel/Sheets

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Adaptability with new tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CPA-track (preferred)

Tools

Ramp

QuickBooks

Salesforce

Job description

Edelson PC, a leading plaintiffs’ law firm in Chicago, seeks a Finance & Accounting Associate to manage AP, financial close, audits, and tax compliance. You will ensure accurate books, support payroll, and maintain documentation while collaborating with attorneys and leadership.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel/Sheets. CPA-track is a plus; Ramp/QuickBooks experience preferred.