Note: Legal or Professional Services Industry Experience Required.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to efficiently manage invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor account reconciliation. The role supports the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company policies in a fast-paced professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and verify vendor invoices and employee expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Experience managing high-volume invoice processing with accuracy and efficiency.
• Execute payments via multiple methods, ensuring timely settlement of accounts.
• Maintain and reconcile vendor accounts, promptly addressing any discrepancies.
• Support month-end closing activities and assist with audit preparation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate smooth financial operations and resolve vendor inquiries.
• Uphold adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform data entry and maintain organized financial documentation.
• Flexibility to assist with additional accounting tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on accounts payable experience; legal or professional services industry experience required.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience with legal accounting software such as Aderant preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with vendors and internal partners.
• Solid organizational skills and adaptability to evolving processes and systems.

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to accounts receivable or billing processes is advantageous.
• Experience with multi-entity or multi-currency payments a plus.
• Proven ability to quickly learn new accounting software and technologies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.