Accounts Payable Specialist

A busy company in the Pine Brook area is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing company. This Accounts Payable Specialist will get the chance to work under an experienced Controller where they will learn a lot. The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist will have prior experience in the legal industry (not required), and have proficiency in any ERP system. Other responsibilities of this Accounts Payable Specialist will include but not be limited to:

• Manage and process vendor invoices and schedule them for payment.
• Set up and maintain vendor accounts for smooth operation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and ensure the resolution of discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements with firm records for accuracy.
• Download vendor invoices from vendor sites and input into the client accounting system.
• Process internal check requests along with employee expense reports and credit card statements.
• Review and process expense reports to ensure they are accurate and timely.
• Assist in the monthly closing process to ensure all financial deadlines are met.
• Conduct account analysis to identify and resolve any discrepancies.
• Use the document management system to scan and store payment backup documents.

• Must have a minimum of three years of experience in the Accounts Payable or a related field
• Experience with Aderant is a plus
• Prior experience in the legal industry a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team