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Accounting Assistant

ZwillGen is a boutique law firm that represents some of the biggest names in technology on a range of Internet and data-related legal issues including privacy, cybersecurity, government surveillance, alternative data, and fantasy sports. We offer a joyful, casual, and flexible work environment, ideal for those who love their work, but don’t live to work.

ZwillGen PLLC is looking for a full-time accounting assistant who is motivated and hungry for a challenge! This position will work with the Controller to ensure the smooth operation of the accounting/finance function at the Firm. In addition to the traditional responsibilities below, we strongly encourage our staff to improve on established methods, seek out inefficiencies, and help build an infrastructure that can support a growing firm.

 Responsibilities

  • Responsible for entering invoices into Quickbooks from ProLaw
  • Work collaboratively with the billing team to ensure accurate application of payments to client accounts
  • Apply cash receipts 
  • Reconcile firm expenses and credit card statements
  • Assist with the monthly billing process
  • Maintain accurate accounting data in Quickbooks and other systems as needed
  • Process accounts payable
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Knowledge, Education, and Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
  • Bookkeeping experience is a plus, but not required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail and analytical abilities
  • Ability to organize workflow and use time efficiently
  • Ability to anticipate work needs and follow up on own initiative
  • Demonstrate a strong ethical code 

This position is available on a hybrid or fully in-office basis in our Washington D.C. office.

Hours and schedule

  • 40 hours per week
  • Schedule is flexible but should be able to perform the majority of work during core business hours of 9am to 6pm
  • Hybrid position with a minimum of two days in the office

Bonus Points

  • A good sense of humor.

Salary Range

  • $50,000 – $60,000/annually, plus benefits.

If you are qualified and interested in this position, please email your resume to recruiting@zwillgen.com.

Our Culture

ZwillGen is not your typical law firm. We take our work seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously.

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