Accounts Payable Specialist jobs in United States
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Epiq · 2 hours ago

Accounts Payable Specialist

Epiq is a company where employees are passionate about their work. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing vendor invoices and ensuring compliance and accuracy in accounting activities as part of the Accounts Payable team.

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Responsibilities

Utilize computerized accounting and payables software programs (including Elite 3E, Excel, Chrome River)
Review vendor invoices for compliance and ensure proper coding and approvals
Prepare and process electronic payable files into the financial system and troubleshoots errors
Reconcile credit card transactions and upload into the accounting system monthly. Ensure proper coding and receipts are included in the Visa Works/AMEX program by responsible employees
Responsible to track regular firm charges on a monthly check list deemed essential to the function of the firm. Such charges include Rents, Benefits, IT contracts, Parking and any other items that are considered recurring costs for the firm
Analyze the system for possible duplicate activity. Institute corrections as needed. Communicate errors to others involved with the errors, and work to reduce the future issues
Investigate and resolve outstanding vendor checks
Assist in managing the AP team inbox. Answer questions and resolve issues as arise for vendors, attorneys, and staff. Ensure urgent issues are escalated appropriately
Assist with the posting of wire transfers into the financial systems, including review of backup for compliance
Assist with weekly check runs, ensuring any special requests with checks are managed as needed
Cross train with other AP staff members to ensure proper out of office coverage
Make suggestions to improve the Accounts Payables processes and assist in the development and implementation of technology-driven improvements
Assist with special projects as needed
Additional responsibilities to be assigned as skills are demonstrated

Qualification

Accounts Payable experienceMicrosoft Office 365Attention to detailOrganizational skillsCustomer serviceWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeam collaborationCreative thinkingSelf-motivated

Required

3+ years of previous Accounts Payable experience in a law firm or professional services environment is highly preferred
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Attention to details and ability to execute through to completion
Creative critical thinking skills, reasoning ability and logical thought process
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize competing demands and meet various deadlines
Demonstrated ability to professionally interact and collaborate with colleagues at all levels
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Outstanding sense of customer service
Enthusiastic, proactive and positive attitude
Ability to manage confidential matters with discretion
Must be self-motivated to produce quality work
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Office 365 suite
Flexibility to work overtime when necessary

Preferred

Associate degree preferred
3+ years of previous Accounts Payable experience in a law firm or professional services environment is highly preferred

Company

Epiq Systems provides legal process outsourcing (LPO) services in the United States and internationally.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2016-07-27Post Ipo Equity
2016-07-27Acquired
1997-02-04IPO

Leadership Team

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David Dobson
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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Brad Scott
President and Chief Operating Officer
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