• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Buffalo, NY)


    Description

    Robert Half Permanent Placement is partnering with an established law firm in downtown Buffalo, NY on their search for an Accounts Payable Specialist. In this role you will be a critical resource for accurately processing invoices to ensure timely and correct payments. This is an in-office position with a starting wage of $60,000 - $65,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will be able to balance A/P responsibilities with operation tasks and high-level attention to detail for critical data

     

    Responsibilities include but not limited to

     

    + Process and review approximately 25 invoices per day, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and compliance with firm policies

    + Enter invoices, expense reports, and payments into Aderant with correct matter coding and general ledger allocation

    + Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner

    + Prepare and process check runs, ACH, and wire payments as scheduled

    + Maintain organized and compliant AP records in accordance with firm and audit requirements

    + Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable

    + Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and vendor accounts

    + Conduct conflict of interest checks for prospective clients and new matters using firm databases and established procedures, managing the process from beginning to end with razor sharp attention to detail

    Requirements

    + Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred

    + 2+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment

    + Hands-on experience with Aderant or similar legal accounting software strongly preferred

    + Familiarity with legal billing, matter management, and professional services accounting practices

    + Experience or exposure to conflict checks or client intake procedures is a plus

    + Professional law firm setting with business attire; not a business casual environment

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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