Accounting Specialist - Novate Legal Search

Boutique firm seeking a dynamic, experienced Accounting Specialist to be based out of the Beverly Hills office.

As an Accounting Specialist, you will be primarily responsible for supporting the day-to-day operational needs for the Accounting, Billing, and Collections teams. As a member of the Accounting Department you will oversee Firm accounts payable, accounts receivable, collection efforts, and new matter management; additionally you will serve as the primary back-up for Firm payroll.

Ideal candidates must have 4-5 years of experience in a similar accounting role, preferably within the legal industry.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

· Record and reconcile daily cash receipts

· Accounts Payable invoice entry and check preparation

· Open all Firm new matters in Aderant system, confirm conflicts check, engagement letter, and other procedural elements are complete

· Monitor and manage outstanding accounts receivable and collection efforts

· Monitor WIP and A/R balances and provide attorneys with thoughtful analysis regarding best course of action for billing and collection of balances

· Participate in the monthly distribution of pre-bills to partners for review and revisions; monitor the completion of suggested revisions and finalization of invoices

· Complete ad hoc billing requests as requested by attorneys and client driven requests

· Contribute to department and firmwide special projects, collaborating with key personnel in various departments as appropriate

· Interact with Aderant and develop expertise with the program

The ideal candidate must possess:

· The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and is effective in problem solving

· This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, superior attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize

· The candidate must have strong technology skills, including intermediate to expert level Excel skills

· Working knowledge of Aderant is required

· SQL knowledge is not necessary, but will be viewed favorably

Qualifications:

· A four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is required

· 4+ years of relevant accounting and/or billing experience, with legal industry experience preferred; experience with Aderant billing and legal accounting software is a plus.