Accounts Payable Specialist

Kutak Rock is a leading national law firm committed to exceptional client service and a collaborative approach. The Accounts Payable Specialist will support the accurate and timely processing of invoices, ensuring compliance with payment terms and firm policy. Responsibilities - Review vendor invoices, statements, client costs and other documents for accuracy and compliance with firm policies and procedures - Enter invoices and client costs into the accounting system - Ensure invoices have required approval, payment limits, and backup prior to payment - Sort incoming mail, print, copy, mail, and file invoices, checks, and supporting documents - Utilize imaging system to store vendor invoices and other supporting documents - Record expense and client cost transactions to general ledger - Reconcile vendor statements and previous unpaid balances on vendor invoices - Review and process expense reports to ensure proper documentation and compliance with firm reimbursement policies and procedures - Assist with state use tax compliance and filings - Assist with 1099 compliance and reporting - Assist with analysis of various client cost recovery items - Assist with firm credit card and calling card administration as needed - Flexibility to work overtime as needed - Assist with other duties as assigned Skills - Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion - General understanding of accounting practices and principles which includes accounts payable processes and procedures - Attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial transactions - Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and written - Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment - Problem-solving skills and the ability to address payment discrepancies - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills while working collegially with clients, attorneys, and staff - Excellent computer skills with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel, experience with accounting software a plus (Aderant) - High school diploma or equivalent required - 1+ years of relevant experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or cash management in a professional services organization preferred - Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred Benefits - Medical - Dental - Vision - Life - Dependent Life - Disability - Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance - Flexible Spending Plan - Health Savings Account - Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits - Discretionary bonuses - Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year - 1 hour of paid vacation leave accrued for every 16 hours worked - 1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked - Paid parental leave - Fertility coverage assistance - Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance - Bereavement - Jury duty - Military leave - Employee Assistance Program - Back-Up Care - Domestic Partner Benefits - Commuting Benefits - Tuition Reimbursement - Employee Referral Program Company Overview - Kutak Rock is a large law firm with over 500 lawyers that specializes in business and corporate law. It was founded in 1965, and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.kutakrock.com.