A law firm client in Atlanta seeks an
Accounts Payable Specialist for its accounting department. This role will handle full-cycle accounts payable processing, monthly reconciliations, etc.
Duties: Oversee full-cycle accounts payable processing, ensuring timely and accurate execution per company policies. Provide high-quality assistance and support to internal teams, and external vendors, and manage communication effectively. Organize and maintain firm overhead invoices, check requests, and client/matter invoices, securing necessary approvals and ensuring accurate accounting. Review and audit expense reports for proper GL coding, including corporate credit card expenses. Execute payments efficiently through various methods such as check, wire, and ACH via the bank platform. Independently manage month-end closing, reconcile accounts payable, and proactively address outstanding vendor invoice issues. Requirements: A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance Minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounts payable or similar role Prior law firm or professional services experience preferred Proficiency with MS Office programs, including Excel, and legal software, like Elite or Aderant Professional communication skills A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance Minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounts payable or similar role Prior law firm or professional services experience preferred Proficiency with MS Office programs, including Excel, and legal software, like Elite or Aderant Professional communication skills