Our client, a distinguished law firm in Houston, is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable / Trust Accounting Clerk to join their team.
The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting within a legal setting and will be responsible for managing a variety of financial tasks related to customer payments and account reconciliation.
Key Responsibilities :
- Process various customer payments, including checks, cash, ACH transfers, and wire transfers (incoming and outgoing).
- Conduct thorough research on applications and ensure accuracy in customer accounts, resolving any discrepancies.
- Manage allocation projects and process both remote and manual check deposits.
- Notify Billing Attorneys of Trust and Operating Receipts through system-generated notifications and manual emails.
- Prepare and distribute daily cash and disbursement reports to management.
- Collect and organize source documents for deposits and disbursements.
- Reconcile banking activities with postings, and match Daily Cash Reports to deposits and disbursements on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Review and process all accounts receivable write-offs.
- Address internal inquiries regarding accounts receivable and provide invoice copies to clients with Attorney or Administrator approval.
- Offer banking information to title companies for wire confirmations as needed.
Requirements :
- Advanced proficiency in Excel.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience in a law firm setting.
Benefits :
- 37.5-hour work week with occasional overtime.
- Paid parking.
- 401(k) matching.
- Subsidized medical and dental coverage, with additional volunteer coverages available.
30+ days ago