Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Powerful Partnerships. Standout Solutions.

Among the 200 largest law firms in the country, Stevens & Lee is a full-service law firm with 230 lawyers serving clients from 19 offices. Our lawyers provide strategic and practical legal counsel at both the regional and national levels and remain dedicated to solving clients' most complex problems and delivering an exceptional client experience. The firm is the cornerstone of The Stevens & Lee Companies, a platform of affiliated professional service firms that provide a full range of legal, investment banking, financial advisory, insurance risk management, public affairs and government consulting services. 

Job Overview

The Accounting Specialist supports daily accounting operations through accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, expense processing, and vendor management. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and committed to maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Review client receipts and accurately post payments to client accounts
• Verify invoices for proper documentation and approvals prior to payment
• Process vendor payments and prioritize invoices based on payment terms
• Prepare and coordinate check runs
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Audit and process corporate credit card expenses
• Review and process employee expense reimbursements
• Maintain vendor records and update vendor information as needed
• Respond promptly and professionally to vendor inquiries
• Allocate expenses to appropriate accounts and cost centers
• Support additional accounting and finance projects as assigned

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and reconciliation abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Adaptable and flexible with changing priorities

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, Business or Accounting degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of accounting, accounts payable, or accounts receivable experience.
• Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Job Type:

Full-time

Reports to:

Controller

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Department:

Finance

Location:

Reading, PA

In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, The Stevens & Less Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.