Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Attorney, Billing, Communication Skills, Consulting, Credit Cards, Credit Processing, Detail Oriented, Diploma of Business, Documentation, EEO Regulations, Establish Priorities, Expense Allocation, Finance, Government, High School Diploma, Insurance, Investment Services, Legal, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Public Affairs, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Reimbursement, Risk Management, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Writing Skills
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Stevens & Lee is a 200-plus lawyer full-service law firm representing clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic, New England and across the country from 18 offices in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Florida. The firm is the cornerstone of The Stevens & Lee Companies, a platform of affiliated professional service firms that provide a full range of legal, investment banking, financial advisory, insurance risk management, public affairs and government consulting services.
Job Overview
The Accounting Specialist supports daily accounting operations through accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, expense processing, and vendor management. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and committed to maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Review client receipts and accurately post payments to client accounts
- Verify invoices for proper documentation and approvals prior to payment
- Process vendor payments and prioritize invoices based on payment terms
- Prepare and coordinate check runs
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Audit and process corporate credit card expenses
- Review and process employee expense reimbursements
- Maintain vendor records and update vendor information as needed
- Respond promptly and professionally to vendor inquiries
- Allocate expenses to appropriate accounts and cost centers
- Support additional accounting and finance projects as assigned
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and reconciliation abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Adaptable and flexible with changing priorities
Qualifications
- High school diploma required, Business or Accounting degree preferred.
- 1-3 years of accounting, accounts payable, or accounts receivable experience.
- Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Proficiency in Rippe/LMS preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Controller
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Department: Finance
Location: Reading, PA
In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, The Stevens & Less Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.
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