Accounting Support Clerk

Founded by Samer Habbas in 2006, the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates has been serving justice and representing clients all across Southern California. For over a decade, our firm has lived up to its mission to help save people from legal injustice. When our clients face unexpected, life-altering accidents, it is our objective to help them through this difficult time as they get their lives back on track. We work hard so our clients can rest easy and take the time they need to heal and recover. Throughout our years of operation, we have strived to deliver excellent client services with one-on-one communication, so that our clients are well informed and expertly represented.

Why work with us? The Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, PC embodies excellence in our craft. Over the years we have been ranked as a Best Law Firm by U.S. News Group, a proud member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, named to the National Trial Lawyers' Top 100, and an honored member of the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys. Working with us gives you the opportunity to work alongside and learn from some of the best Personal Injury Attorneys Southern California has to offer.

The Opportunity

Samer Habbas & Associates is seeking a meticulous Accounting Support Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an educational background in Accounting and will be eager to learn and grow within our Firm's Accounting department. This role is full-time, on-site in our Irvine, CA office.

Responsibilities

• Scanning and filing accounting-related correspondence, including settlement drafts and case-related checks
• Prepare and send notice of funds letters to clients in a timely and professional manner
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding checks listed in the firm's trust account and cost account to ensure prompt processing and reconciliation
• Accurately record paid costs in various systems and maintain up-to-date case financial records
• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations on credit card and bank accounts, investigate variances, and preparing reports for senior management
• Update and track case information to ensure accurate reporting and coordination with the legal and accounting teams
• Collaborate with Lien Negotiation team and other internal teams on auditing settlement breakdowns to ensure all information is correct
• Offer Accounting support as needed on other projects and will take on other Accounting duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Bachelor's degree or additional Accounting education preferred
• 1-3 years of Accounting-related work experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Google Workspace
• Previous experience working with CRM software
• Previous experience in a law firm setting is a plus
• Comfortable with learning new computer software programs
• Detail-oriented and possesses mathematical aptitude
• Intuitive problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Focused mindset

Benefits

• $25.00 - $31.00 depending on experience
• We have a company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity We are a team – everyone is important and contributes to corporate growth and success
• We pay 60% of your health and dental plan, and offer life, vision and pet insurance
• We recognize that time off to recharge is important, so we offer paid time off that starts to accrue on your first day of work
• Our generous 401k and profit share plan is designed with your future in mind
• We are a team – everyone is important and contributes to corporate growth and success

The Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, PC is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.