Accounts Payable Specialist

Company: Clark Hill Law
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 2, 2025

Job Description:

Clark Hill PLC is seeking to hire an Accounts Payable Specialist in its Detroit, MI location. Thisnon-exempt position reports to the Controller and is responsible for the following job functions.Position Summary:Responsible for processing vendor invoices, scanning documents into the accounting system, reconciling petty cashfrom multiple offices, resolving and reconciling vendor account statements, requesting W-9 forms as necessary,processing payments in various forms (check, electronic, credit card).Essential Job Functions:

• Ensure monthly vouching is completed timely each day to ensure a clean month end close.
• Effectively work with a team, supporting, and acting as backup as needed.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, administrativestaff and clients.
• Ability to vouch high volume of vendor invoices.
• Research and respond to inquiries regarding Accounts Payable issues and problems.
• Observe and maintain confidentiality of client and firm matters.
• Knowledge of various computer software programs to perform duties and responsibilities (Excel, Word, EliteEnterprise).
• Ensure credit is received for outstanding memos.
• Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Operate office equipment including personal computer, copiers, and 10-key calculator.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Establish and maintain vendor files.Education, Experience and Skills:
• Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, or related discipline.
• College level accounting classes (in lieu of a degree) with 3-5 years or more hands-on Accounts Payableexperience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Elite, CMS or equivalent accounting software experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a service-oriented mindset.
• Outstanding problem solving skills, ability to prioritize and organize work flow, and use time efficiently.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail.
• Must be self-directed and able to thrive in a busy, time-sensitive environment.
• Flexibility to work additional hours, possibly weekends and evenings.Clark Hill offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a dynamic, team oriented work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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