Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.
At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.
If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Lead Accounts Payable Specialist position in our Kansas City, MO or St. Louis, MO office.
The Lead Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for a variety of Accounts Payable duties according to established policies and procedures.
This includes and is not limited to working closely with the AP Team and AP Manager to coordinate workflow through Chrome River, Coupa and related ancillary systems to ensure accurate data and timely vendor distributions.
Maintains contact with attorneys, staff, vendors, clients and observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. Essential functions include :
- Administration of the firm credit card programs, including vendor payments, card activations / terminations, data entry, reporting and tracking.
- Monitor and process firm prepaid accounts.
- Process Chrome River exports for invoices and expenses.
- AP uploads from ancillary financial systems and software.
- Audit and process AP data (vouchers, checks, trust, etc.) as assigned and needed.
- Audit and approve invoices in Coupa as needed.
- Process Trust in accordance with accounts payable department guidelines.
- Ensure timely payment of vendor invoice and expense vouchers.
- Ensure the maintenance and current updates of vendor information.
- Proven competency with financial systems, manuals, and procedures.
- Ad Hoc Reporting for Accounts Payable.
- Monitor AP group email box.
- Backup and cross train in all areas of Accounts Payable.
- Backup to AP Manager as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- 2-year degree required; 4-year degree preferred.
- 3-5 years’ relevant experience required, preferably in a professional services environment.
- Ability to prioritize workflow and organize diverse material.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis in Excel.
- Detail oriented with a demonstrated understanding of accounting principles.
- Excellent organization skills required.
- Excellent proofreading and analytical skills required.
The employee may be required to be stationary for prolonged periods, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary, be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time, and, on occasion, have the ability to lift and carry 25-35 pounds.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.
The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and / or perform the essential functions of a position.