Snell & Wilmer is currently seeking an Accounting Assistant in our Phoenix office to assist all teams across the accounting department with a multitude of tasks as demands arise. You will provide flexible support to the business intake, pricing, billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, trust & retainer, client account collections, and finance teams from time to time. You will have the opportunity to be cross-trained by multiple teams and knowledgeable of their responsibilities and processes.

This position will work with the existing Accounting Assistant and will report to the Account Manager Coordinator. This is a hybrid working arrangement, once training is completed, with some work done from home and some work expected to be done in the office.

If you have at least 3 years of office professional experience, enjoy taking ownership of assigned tasks, build empathetic and genuine relationships, find innovative ways to create new value, and develop a depth and breadth of technical expertise across the department, apply today and we look forward to speaking with you soon!

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Submits invoices or reimbursement requests for payment
• Answers incoming calls and assists clients with routine questions or refers the call to the appropriate person or team
• Assists secretaries and attorneys with navigating the accounting and billing software
• Generates and/or mails various reports or bills for the accounting team, administrative assistants, or attorneys
• Prepares and processes write-off requests for uncollectible accounts
• Processes credit card payments as received
• Completes and submits client vendor forms, W-9 forms, and electronic payment instructions
• Provides verbal wire instruction confirmation for incoming and outgoing wire transfers
• Processes billing and timekeeper maintenance requests
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested

Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in an office professional environment; legal experience preferred, but not required 
• Communicate clearly, tactfully, kindly and professionally with all Attorneys, Directors, C-Suite, Staff, and visitors to the office
• High attention to detail with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Must have an enthusiastic attitude and clear and courteous communication style
• Demonstrates unwavering confidence in decision-making and problem-solving, inspiring trust and motivation within the team
• Must be able to solve problems effectively and creatively
• Basic skills using Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel, required
• Maintain confidentiality of clients and demonstrate professional behavior and judgment in dealing with delicate situations
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure, respond quickly to changing demands and be self-motivated with ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, up to 12 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate. Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Valued, Belong.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.