Accounting Coordinator; AR

Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp, a mid‑sized law firm with offices in Los Angeles, New York City, and Washington D.C., is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to complement our accounting team. We are searching for a candidate in the Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Austin, Nashville, or surrounding areas.

The Accounting Coordinator performs accounting duties as assigned and under the supervision and guidance of the Assistant Controller, Accounting Supervisor, and Billing Manager, with direct report to the Controller. The Accounting Coordinator is expected to provide outstanding service to the firm’s attorneys, clients and others within the firm. The Accounting Coordinator will have overall responsibility of accounts receivable and related journal entries, GL account reconciliations, cash management & control.

This is a high volume, value‑added desk within a deadline driven environment.

The expected annualized base salary range for this position is $40,000 to $70,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Geographic differentials apply, with California markets aligning with the higher end of the range. Other locations will be considered, and an appropriate salary range for those markets will apply.

• Management and reporting of Cash Receipts under related internal controls, including but not limited to, posting daily cash receipts, various adjustments, write‑offs, reversals, refunds, and ledger reconciliations. The Accounting Coordinator is expected to perform the various duties in a timely manner when instructed.
• Daily Cash Receipts Recording and Reporting:
  Incoming cash can be applied to client accounts or specific firm general ledger accounts. More often than not, the Accounting Coordinator will get direction from the payment remittances, the Billing team, or other Accounting staff, but must also be prepared to do research or look up historical records for guidance. After recording, posting, and reconciling the daily incoming receipts, this role is expected to send out daily reporting to the partnership using an internal template.
• Management and reporting of Cash Receipts to the trust account, including but not limited to, summarizing trust transactions daily for transfer, preparing interbank trust balance transfers, processing trust adjustments and returns.
• Maintain a banking relationship to facilitate processing of cash receipts, electronic transfers, banking inquiries, and ledger reconciliations.
• Record Keeping:
  Due to the sensitive nature of the role, the Accounting Coordinator is expected to file and keep detailed records via various software for control and auditing purposes. Records include, but are not limited to, necessary emails from clients/attorneys/colleagues, payments remittances, posting reports, write‑off/adjustment reports, credit card receipts, and banking files.
• Maintain a high level of responsibility and trust due to cash functions.
• Assist with GL Reconciliations by verifying and posting daily/monthly account transactions accurately and completely. Incoming cash must be posted daily with any variances noted and reconciled.
• Other financial duties/projects as directed.

• Position requires outstanding written and verbal communications skills, excellent organizational skills and the ability to strategize, multi‑task and prioritize.
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate with attorneys and clients, have excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Must be comfortable and able to adapt to new software/technology as the role relies heavily on it to process receipts.
• Ideal candidate has an exemplary customer service mindset, is highly motivated, and enjoys a team‑oriented atmosphere.
• Has a basic understanding of bank reconciliations.
• Must be able to pass a detailed background and credit check.

• The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, or equivalent work experience.
• Must be a moderate user in Excel, including formula creation and VLookups.
• Must possess a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

The Firm offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a pleasant and supportive environment.