Staff Accountant I

Kovitz-Shifrin-Nesbit; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Medical expense reimbursement plan

Short and long-term disability

Basic life/AD&D coverage

Voluntary life insurance

Critical illness

Accident

Hospital

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, a well-established law firm in Lincolnshire, IL, is hiring a full-time Staff Accountant I for the Lincolnshire, IL office. The ideal candidate has 1+ year of accounting experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

This in-office role requires strong communication, organization, and analytical skills to handle AP/AR, payments, refunds, and billing support. Working hours are 9:00am–5:00pm, Monday through Friday, totaling a 35-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to learn and effectively use new software applications and systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Experience with a document management system preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage check and electronic payments daily, including ACH and credit card transactions, with responsibility for review, batching, and entry into the accounting system.
• Prepare and issue daily check disbursements.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Review and process refund requests.
• Review and reconcile credit card transactions.
• Support billing processes and related accounting activities for the firm’s other office locations.
• Respond to inquiries from team members and management by providing accurate information.
• Handle invoice distribution, incoming and outgoing mail, and related administrative processing.
• Serve as backup support for other accounting department functions.
• Perform ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks in support of firm operations.
• Participate in additional cross-training opportunities based on business needs, skills, and interests.
• Assist with special projects and assignments as needed.

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Communication

Organization

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is growing! A well-established and leading law firm specializing in the representation of condominium and homeowner associations is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant I for our Lincolnshire, IL office. The ideal candidate will have an interest in or experience with accounting. Accounting students are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be self-directed, flexible, and motivated, with the ability to identify, prioritize, and complete tasks independently.

The starting hourly rate for this non-exempt position is $31.60, contingent upon level of experience. KSN offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, medical expense reimbursement plan, short and long-term disability, basic life/AD & D coverage, voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, and a retirement plan for those who are eligible. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, and it follows a 35-hour workweek.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• medical expense reimbursement plan
• short and long-term disability
• basic life/AD & D coverage
• voluntary life insurance
• critical illness
• accident
• hospital
• a retirement plan for those who are eligible

This is an in-office position, without the potential to work hybrid.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Process and manage check and electronic payments daily, including ACH and credit card transactions, with responsibility for review, batching, and entry into the accounting system.
• Prepare and issue daily check disbursements.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Review and process refund requests.
• Review and reconcile credit card transactions.
• Support billing processes and related accounting activities for the firm’s other office locations.
• Respond to inquiries from team members and management by providing accurate information.
• Handle invoice distribution, incoming and outgoing mail, and related administrative processing.
• Serve as backup support for other accounting department functions.
• Perform ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks in support of firm operations.
• Participate in additional cross-training opportunities based on business needs, skills, and interests.
• Assist with special projects and assignments as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year of accounting experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to learn and effectively use new software applications and systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Experience with a document management system preferred but not required.

DISCLAIMERS:

Equal Employment Opportunity

KSN is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including the laws of Illinois, Florida, and Indiana.

Reasonable Accommodation

KSN is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the ADA Amendments Act, and applicable state disability laws. Applicants or employees who require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, or to participate in the application process, should contact Human Resources to initiate the interactive accommodation process.

Employment Eligibility

All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. KSN participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of individuals hired by the firm, as required by federal law.

At-Will Employment

This job description is not a contract of employment and does not guarantee employment for any specific duration. Employment with KSN is at-will: either the employee or the Firm may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason not prohibited by law, with or without notice. This document does not create express or implied contractual rights and may be modified at the Firm's discretion without prior notice.