Accounts Payable Specialist

Dentons Bingham Greenebaum

Indianapolis, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable Software, Adobe Acrobat, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Billing, Billing Records, Bookkeeping, Budget Reporting, Check Processing, Copying Machines, Credit Cards, Establish Priorities, Expense Reports, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, General Ledger Accounting, IRS (Internal Revenue Service), Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Paralegal, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reimbursement, Reporting Skills, Seminars, Statistics, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Indianapolis, IN
POSTED
Today

Perform a variety of administrative, accounting and accounts payable duties according to established policies and procedures in order to maintain accurate financial and billing records and reports. Observe confidentiality of client and law office matters. Assist in preparation of financial analyses, budgets, and reports on a periodic basis.Essential Duties and Responsibilities of Accounts Payable Specialist“Essential functions” are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.Utilize computerized accounting, timekeeping and billing, payables, and other software programsFollow established procedures for entering, releasing, tracking and monitoring approved check requests, invoices, expense reimbursements, credit card expenses, seminars, dues, charitable and civic sponsorships, quarterly tax payments, and other payable requests. Follow procedures for all periodic deadlinesInitiate outgoing wires per established policies and procedures and post corresponding General Ledger journal entriesEnter soft costs associated with specific services, fees, and Firm departments on a pre-determined, scheduled basisMake charges on the firm's AMEX card for approved invoices/firm expenses. Periodically review invoices for opportunities to shift payment to AMEXProcess filing fees charged by attorneys and LAAs on the A/P Specialist's AMEX card through Chrome RiverResponsible for timely and accurate mailing / routing of checks (internally and externally)Obtain W9 forms prior to requesting new vendor setup for all individuals/organizations who will receive a 1099 and retain forms for review during annual 1099 processing.Issue 1099's to qualifying vendors and submit electronic file to IRS.Serve as backup to the Accounts Payable Supervisor for Chrome River functions including report approvals, importing and posting expense report data in Elite, completing bi-monthly direct pay exports, providing invoice copies upon request and other requests as neededReply to Auditor's Letters from a paralegal or attorney.Qualifications of Accounts Payable SpecialistKnowledge of basic accounting principles and statistics sufficient to provide financial reports at a level normally acquired through an associate degree in accounting or equivalent work experienceComputer/software proficiency with the basic Microsoft Office products as well as PDF and scanning softwareA minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible accounts payable experience necessary to gain the expertise needed to carry out accurate accounting and bookkeeping dutiesAbility to organize and prioritize tasks and complete them under time constraints with a high degree of accuracyInterpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff in person, by e‑mail and telephone in a courteous and tactful mannerAnalytical skills necessary to conduct detailed analysis on various accounting problemsWork occasionally requires a high level of mental effort and strain when performing essential dutiesWork occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the positionAbility to operate standard office equipment including personal computer, copiers, calculatorAbility to adapt to an evolving work environment and participate in testing and implementation of new processes when necessaryExperience using Chrome River expense reimbursement / invoice software and Elite/3E accounting software preferredDetail‑oriented and deadline‑drivenProactive problem solver with analytical and critical thinking skills who thrives in a dynamic environmentAdept at communication and improving processes through organizational skills and initiativeStrong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindsetJob TypeFull‑timeBenefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceScheduleMonday to Friday & on callAbility to CommuteMust be able to reliably commute to/from workWorking ConditionsWe are seeking a talented individual who can thrive in both an in-office and a remote working environmentThe above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.Dentons Bingham Greenebaum LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package.Dentons Bingham Greenebaum LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. Dentons Bingham Greenebaum LLP is an affirmative action employer. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Additional Job DetailsEducation: Associate (Preferred)Experience: Microsoft Office: 4 years (Required), Accounting: 3 years (Required)Location: Indianapolis, IN (Required)Ability to Commute: Indianapolis, IN (Required)#J-18808-Ljbffr

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