Accounting Assistant
Banner Witcoff is a leader in intellectual property law for more than 100 years. The company is seeking a full-time Accounting Assistant to manage daily accounting tasks and maintain account information for the firm, supporting Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Billing functions.
Responsibilities
- Electronically barcode and distribute vendor invoices
- Reconcile vendor statements and handle vendor inquiries
- Review expense reports
- Reconcile PTO account
- Perform E-bill audits
- Perform A/R write-offs
- Audit and reconcile client statements
- Send client monthly reminder statements
- Complete client audit letters
- Manage Client Matter Change Request (CMCR’s)
- Post invoices to various e-billing systems which may require editing Ledes files
- Automate invoices on BillBlast and track status of bills submitted, identify issues, and work to address rejections and reductions
- Assist the collections team regarding outstanding and/or short paid invoices
- Prepare and submit client accruals and other reports
- Assist billing attorneys with special reporting and various client reports
- Maintain client/matter records
- Scan documentation
- Assist with other administrative tasks and special projects as needed
Skills
- High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles required
- Proven MS Excel experience required
- Previous law firm experience strongly preferred
- Experience with Aderant Expert accounting software preferred
- Must possess the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills for interaction at all levels internally and externally
- Strong organizational skills required
- Must be detail-oriented and able to balance multiple tasks with proven time management skills
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Previous law firm experience strongly preferred
- Experience with Aderant Expert accounting software preferred
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)
- A 35-hour workweek
- Business-casual attire
- A friendly office environment
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