Accounting Specialist/Accounts Receivable

POSITION: Fulltime - Hybrid (Downtown Pittsburgh)

JOB SUMMARY: The Accounting Specialist/Accounts Receivable will provide accounting support to the Controller, including account reconciliation, and general ledger accounting. The ideal candidate must have experience working in accounts receivables, preferably in a law firm.

Essential Duties

• Provide accounting support to the Controller, including accounts receivable, account reconciliation, and general ledger accounting
• Maintain accurate and complete records, including ledgers, journals and receipts
• Post, verify and record all client payments and retainers related to accounts receivable and trust accounts
• Set up ACH payments with banks to receive client payments
• Provide support to staff for reconciling filing fees and other expenses
• Process daily cash receipts, ACH deposits, wire transfers and credit card payments and accurately post them to the proper accounts
• Reconcile monthly bank account(s)
• Assist with journal entries and monthly receivable reports
• Additional duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: Prior accounting experience and experience with accounting/billing systems preferred. Experience in a law firm or other service environment a plus. Mathematical aptitude and ability to organize/prioritize multiple assignments, work independently on various projects, and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with individuals at all organizational levels. Possess a customer focus and have a history of providing the highest level of customer service. Able to organize and prioritize issues and workload.
• Skills: Knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload. Must be able to work independently and always display a professional demeanor. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and interact with a diverse group of contacts and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact. Computer skills such as Excel, with knowledge of bookkeeping software. Experience with Prolaw or Collection Master a plus
  
  

Benefits

• Hybrid position
• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• PTO & Parental leave
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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