Accounting Settlement Specialist

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST - Legal

Our client,a fast-growing Personal Injury law firm located in the heart of Buckhead, is adding an
Accounts Payable Specialist to their wonderful team.

This position is a hybrid role. After a 6-8 week training period and demonstrated accuracy in the role, you will be able to work from home two days a week.

If you are a detailed AP professional who has experience with trust accounting, are proficient in Quick Books, and have processed high volumes of transactions, you are the @type of candidate we are looking for! Even though you will be busy in your job day-to-day, there will be opportunities for you to interact socially with the rest of the staff and get to know everyone during their parties and events.

This is a great chance to join a quickly growing firm where there will be lots of opportunities for growth as the accounting team continues to grow.

The Accounts Payable Specialist has the following responsibilities and duties:

• Process payments for medical records, police reports, and vendor invoices, using online portals or issuing checks as needed.
• Record financial transactions in Quick Books (QBO), ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Maintain and update settlement logs, including deposit details and relevant case information.
• Manage trust account transactions, including checks and ACH payments, with meticulous attention to compliance and accuracy.
• Process voids, one-off checks, and positive pay exceptions while ensuring deadlines are met.
• Communicate with vendors and staff regarding W9s, returned checks, fee reductions, and case-specific updates.
• Monitor bank accounts daily for discrepancies, fraudulent activity, or returned transactions, and take corrective actions.
• Assist with 1099 corrections, vendor updates, and IRS TIN matching.
• Support staff with accounting-related inquiries and follow up on outstanding tasks.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

• A minimum of three years Accounts Payable experience; previous law firm experience strongly preferred
• Bachelors Degree preferred; degree in Accounting preferred
• Software Skills
  : Quick Books Online, Truist financial apps; . Experience with Filevine a plus. Intermediate Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, formulas)
• Knowledge of GAAP Principles
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Able to complete tasks accurately and timely with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with focus on meeting deadlines
• Easy-going personality with great people skills and a collaborative, team-player mindset
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality

A salary of $70,000 - $75,000, depending on your match to the experience requirements, the opportunity to earn a quarterly bonus, three weeks of PTO, and a health insurance stipend of $150 per pay period.