Job Description

Billing & Accounting Specialist

Location: St. Louis, MO
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Compensation: $60,000–$70,000 (based on experience)

The Opportunity

A well-established and highly respected St. Louis law firm is seeking a Billing & Accounting Specialist to join its administrative team.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a key role alongside a long-tenured team member who will be retiring in the coming months. The successful candidate will have the benefit of hands-on training and knowledge transfer, creating a smooth transition and strong foundation for long-term success.

The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills and experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. While legal billing experience is highly desirable, the firm places greater value on accounting knowledge and the ability to understand the financial side of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage attorney billing and client invoicing processes
• Process and monitor accounts receivable activities
• Handle accounts payable, vendor payments, and expense tracking
• Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end financial processes
• Maintain accurate financial and billing records
• Work directly with attorneys and staff regarding billing matters
• Assist with reporting and general accounting functions
• Support the continued efficiency of firm financial operations

Qualifications

• Prior accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience required
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred
• Legal billing experience is a strong asset
• Experience with billing or accounting software
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional communication and client service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior legal billing experience
• Experience with trust accounting or law firm accounting procedures
• Familiarity with legal billing systems (specific software experience is not required)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $60,000–$70,000
• Compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Candidates with strong accounting and legal billing backgrounds will be considered at the upper end of the range
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable, long-term opportunity within an established organization

Why This Opportunity

• Direct training from the current employee before retirement
• Established and supportive work environment
• Meaningful role with significant responsibility
• Long-term career stability
• Opportunity to become an integral member of a respected legal team

Confidential Inquiries

All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.

To Apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a confidential résumé and brief summary of their current practice or book of business. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

📧 shannon.flower@gogpac.com

📱 986-999-4419

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