Accounts Payable Clerk — Law Firm, Dallas

Please note that Jackson Walker is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Accounting

Reports To: General Accounting Manager

Jackson Walker, the largest law firm in Texas, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk in our Dallas office. This role assists with vendor invoicing and payments, account reconciliation, maintaining organized financial records—ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm accounting policies. The incoming Accounts Payable Clerk should possess strong attention to detail and basic accounting knowledge, which will prove essential for supporting the Firm’s financial processes.

• General Requests – Rush same-day all offices except Dallas; back-up duties as needed when other A/P staff unavailable
• Process invoices for parking and rent
• 1st and 15th of the month Employee Reimbursement checks
• General ledger charged invoices: validation parking, library charges, etc.
• Back-up for the following as needed when other A/P staff unavailable – daily recording of importer charges, adjust any kick-out corrections, monitor and replenish the USPTO Account
• Back-up duties when other staff are out – AP Images Report / Overnight bags and General Requests
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

• Ability to ensure accuracy of written documents, including proofreading editing (e.g., punctuation, grammar, and spelling), with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to accurately verify numerical data on forms and documents, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to analyze and interpret documents and data to draw accurate conclusions, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to handle confidential documents and information appropriately, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Maintain records and filing systems at a level normally acquired through completion of high school or equivalent
• Exemplary interpersonal, verbal, and written skills to effectively communicate, follow instructions, and provide information to clients, attorneys, and staff with courtesy and tact (via in-person, e-mail, or telephone)
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be detail-oriented with strong execution and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate the ability to think critically and show initiative
• Contribute to and execute the goals of the team

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• High school diploma or GED required

• Minimum of 1-2 years’ relevant experience
• Prior law firm experience preferred

Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise and temperature.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that employment decisions be based on job-related factors.