Accounts Payable Specialist

MCS is seeking a skilled accounts payable specialist to provide financial, administrative and clerical services and to ensure accuracy and efficiency of operations. Performs a variety of accounting and bookkeeping duties according to established policies and procedures. Maintains contact with attorneys, staff, vendors and clients and observes confidentiality of client and firm matters.

• Keep track and process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Perform day to day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivable data
• Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Verify discrepancies by and resolve clients’ billing issues
• Facilitate swift payment of invoices due to theorganizationby sending bill reminders and contacting clients with outstanding accounts
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status
• Researches cash receipts, coding and posting of receipts.
• Oversees client trust accounts, accounts receivable write-offs and payment reversals.
• Develops automated spreadsheets.
• Organizes and maintains up to date financial records.
• Provides monthly financial and management reports.
• Maintains telephone and personal contact with attorneys, staff and vendors on receivable matters as directed by manager.
• Reads, uses and is familiar with computer systems manuals and procedures, maintains and updates procedural manuals as needed.
• Assists in financial management and analysis, as requested.
• Organizes and maintains retention files for required period of time.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, college level accounting classes or Accounting Degree preferred.
• Federal/Government Accounting experience preferred
• 4-6 years hands-on Accounting experience.
• Basic computer skills and word processing.
• Some experience with spreadsheets and automated accounting systems
• Ability to work independently, self-starter, energetic
• Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours.
• Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced ever-changing work environment
• Timberline Experience Preferred

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage minorities, women, protected veterans and disabled individuals to apply. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing to include background checks.

• Work assignments may vary based on client requirements.
• Work may be performed inside a large facility. An inside environment may be a cubicle (considerations: close quarters, low to moderate noise, bright or dim lighting).
• Work may be performed in the field. Outside work may include various environmental conditions including hot, dusty, cold, wet, icy, or windy climates.

• Regular attendance following an established work schedule is mandatory.
• It is important to be able to work any shift/designated hours required.
• You may be asked to continue performance during inclement weather or other conditions when others are not permitted to work.
• This position may require night and weekend work and could include travel to areas with varying field conditions.

• May require climbing ladders, working at heights and in small, confined spaces such as under raised floors, inside closets, and server racks.
• Must possess the capability to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended durations. Will be required to operate in noisy environments with temperatures higher or lower than standard office conditions. Must be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Sitting ne use and PC/laptop. May require lifting and carrying boxes of supplies or files. Extended periods of sitting while on PC/laptop or phone.

• General office equipment includes but is not limited to PCs/laptops, telephones, copiers, servers, switches, routers, and other computer equipment that supports the network environment.
• General field equipment includes but is not limited to hand tools, power tools, ladders, aerial/motorized lifts, and test equipment.
• This position may require the operation of motor vehicles as an essential job function. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. The ability to operate company vehicles safely and responsibly is crucial. Employees may be subject to periodic motor…