Legal Office Assistant/Bookkeeper Lowenhaupt & Chasnoff - 5.0 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time 21 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Microsoft Outlook Professional ethics Client rapport building Content editing English Windows Driver's License Driving QuickBooks Organizational skills Document viewing software Grammar Experience Adobe Acrobat Office experience Full Job Description Lowenhaupt & Chasnoff (est. 1908) is a law firm where high-quality estate planning, tax and fiduciary advisory services and impeccable responsiveness are provided to our clients. This position is perfect for entry level professionals seeking an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and develop valuable legal and office skills while supporting our firm's strategies and policies. This is an on-site position and requires you to be in the office. To be considered, applicants must submit: (1) current resume with relevant education (including coursework and GPA), (2) two references, and (3) personal cover letter. About the

Position:

Record transactions from financial institutions and audit cash balances Handle accounts payable/receivable, trust accounting and billing Collect and review tax documentation Create and edit professional documents, spreadsheets, correspondence, meeting materials Read, organize and summarize incoming mail; prepare packages for mailing Make and answer telephone calls with professionalism following protocols Maintain, schedule and organize Outlook Calendars, Mail and Contacts Support office operations; keep office spaces organized and tidy Organize electronic materials and maintain client files pursuant to systems and procedures Develop an understanding of clients and familiarity with their personal, legal and tax affairs Keep team members informed on a consistent basis of new or changing issues.

Skills & Background Required:

Capability with QuickBooks and office bookkeeping required Undergraduate or Associate degree with strong GPA required Accounting major or significant relevant coursework preferred Ability to learn estate and trust principles with emphasis on tax Strong analytical and organizational skills Ability to communicate, compose documents and emails in fluent English with appropriate business style using correct grammar and spelling; proficiency in detailed proof-reading Ability to adapt to changing priorities and technologies Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Windows PC systems and Adobe Acrobat Previous office support experience is a plus

Personal Characteristics Required:

Highest ethical and professional standards Discretion and commitment to confidentiality regarding client details Professional, confident and caring demeanor; ability to engender trust and rapport Ability to apply common-sense to understand situations and projects Ability to collect information through research, communication and questioning Applies good judgment that is conscientious and detail-oriented Ability to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines with minimal supervision To perform the essential functions of the position, you must be able to be both mobile and stationary throughout the workday, have the ability to lift 20 pounds, have a valid driver license, operating vehicle and ability to handle local errands, and be able to operate a computer and other equipment.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person