Accounts Specialist

Top Texas Law Firm is currently seeking an Account Specialist to join the team!

The ideal candidate will possess an eagerness to succeed in a professional office environment!

Benefits include:

• Medical – 80% employer contribution
• Dental, Vision, Life & other supplemental insurance
• 401K with Employer Matching (up to 4%)
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Complimentary gym membership
• Company events – to include giving back to the community!

Why Work Here?

This is the firm that will take your career to the next level. We focus on obtaining RESULTS for our clients! 

We consistently outperform our peers in categories such as:

• Career Opportunities
• Compensation and Benefits
• Culture and Values
• Senior Leadership
• Diversity

Job Summary:

The Account Specialist will be responsible for data entry, processing, recording transactions, updating the ledger, assisting with audits or factchecking, and preparing budgets and reports. Cross training will be required to best suit the needs of the organization. High level of attention to detail in writing is required. Must have the ability to manage deadlines with multiple priorities, work under pressure, and appropriately handle confidential information. Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of personnel in the firm. Must appreciate high volume in a fast-paced environment.

Account Specialists assist with invoices and payments. Key duties and responsibilities of an Accounts Specialist include:

• Managing accounts payable using accounting software and other programs.
• Handling accounts payable for separate entities and vendors.
• Processing intercompany transactions.
• Receiving, verifying, and submitting invoices for payment approval.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with new, existing vendors and department heads.
• Ensuring bills are paid in a timely and accurate manner while adhering to departmental procedures.
• Processing due invoices for payments.
• Processing transactions and performing accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries and reconciling books of accounts.
• Researching operating and case expenses.
• Reviewing the firm’s credit lines.
• Verifying commissions payable.
• Posting various transactions including deposits, transfers, expenses, and general journal entries

Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail 
• Superior customer service
• Must be dependable with an exceptional attendance record
• Effective record keeping 
• Great interpersonal skills 
• Professional demeanor 
• Trustworthy, efficient, and organized 
• Exceptional time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with work experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Understanding of basic Accounting principles 
• Proficiency with computers and bookkeeping software, strong typing skills
• Salesforce experience a plus (or other CRM) 
• Experience with QuickBooks is preferred 
• Experience with a variety of office equipment
• Must pass criminal background check