What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant (part-time, in office) for Tampa Law Firm position at DSK Law?
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT (part-time) for Tampa Law Firm:
DSK Law is one of the largest commercial litigation law firms in Central Florida and has an opening for a part-time Accounting Assistant. This is a part-time, in-office position at the firm’s Tampa office in Hyde Park. The employee will work closely with the firm’s Tampa Partners as well as the firm’s accounting department. Send resume to abaroff@dsklawgroup.com
Summary of duties:
- Assist in creating and processing monthly invoices for work done by lawyers;
- Assist in the client billing and collection process;
- Prepare electronic budgets and billing submissions with client follow-up;
- Perform conflict checks for potential new clients;
- Process new matter intakes;
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants and other members of the accounting team on various projects;
- Coordinate with accounting team for follow-up on A/R balances;
- Prepare reports in Excel or other formats as required by attorneys or clients;
- Research and respond quickly to inquiries regarding billing questions; and,
- Assist with other special projects and activities as needed.
Skills and Competencies
- High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively;
- Strong communication skills (oral and written) and professional demeanor;
- Ability to complete detail-oriented tasks accurately and timely; and,
- Exceptional attitude toward customer service with problem-solving skills.
Experience level:
- Enrolled in college (business, finance, accounting, economics, information systems or any similar course study is preferred but not required).
- General office or customer service experience is preferred but not required.
- Proficiency with Windows based software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required.
Schedule:
- Flexible hours
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20