Accounts Payable Specialist

Clark Hill PLC is seeking to hire an Accounts Payable Specialist in either its Detroit, MI location. This
non-exempt position reports to the Controller and is responsible for the following job functions.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Essential Job Functions:
Position Summary:
Responsible for processing vendor invoices, scanning documents into the accounting system, reconciling petty cash
from multiple offices, resolving and reconciling vendor account statements, requesting W-9 forms as necessary,
processing payments in various forms (check, electronic, credit card)
Essential Job Functions:

• Ensure monthly vouching is completed timely each day to ensure a clean month end close.
• Effectively work with a team, supporting, and acting as backup as needed.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, administrative

staff and clients.

• Ability to vouch high volume of vendor invoices.
• Research and respond to inquiries regarding Accounts Payable issues and problems.
• Observe and maintain confidentiality of client and firm matters.
• Knowledge of various computer software programs to perform duties and responsibilities (Excel, Word, Elite

Enterprise).

• Ensure credit is received for outstanding memos.
• Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Operate office equipment including personal computer, copiers, and 10-key calculator.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Establish and maintain vendor files.

Education, Experience and Skills:

• Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, or related discipline.
• College level accounting classes (in lieu of a degree) with 3-5 years or more hands-on Accounts Payable

experience in a law firm or professional services environment.

• Elite, CMS or equivalent accounting software experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office.

• Possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a service-oriented mindset. • Outstanding problem solving skills, ability to prioritize and organize work flow, and use time efficiently.

• Strong organization skills with attention to detail.
• Must be self-directed and able to thrive in a busy, time-sensitive environment.
• Flexibility to work additional hours, possibly weekends and evenings.

Clark Hill offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a dynamic, team oriented work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.