Sr Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

The S enior Accounts Payable Specialist , in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives, p erforms accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient processing and maintenance of Accounts Payable transactions. Trains and mentors Accounts Payable Specialists. Supports the Accounts Payable Supervisor. This position is a ssigned various tasks/projects by the Accounts Payable Supervisor. Location This position is located in any of our US office locations and offers a hybrid work schedule. The working hours for this role are 9:00am to 5:30pm Eastern time.

Responsibilities

• Reviews assigned disbursement requests for accuracy, required approvals, and adherence to Firm Policy.
• Reviews expense reimbursement requests for accuracy, required approvals, documentation, including attached receipts, and adherence to Firm and IRS Policy.
• Prepares and performs check runs. Posts transactions for payment based on established disbursements protocol for the following: Rush, Next Check Run, Diverted, Foreign, and General.
• Monitors aging invoices and follows established escalation protocol to ensure timely payment.
• Monitors aging expense reimbursements with a pending status and follows established escalation protocol to ensure timely payment and IRS compliance.
• Fields questions for internal and external customers.
• Mentors Accounts Payable Staff, offering guidance from a training perspective.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that promotes teamwork. Attention to detail and accuracy. Communication and information management skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Professional demeanor.
• Organizational skills. Leadership skills.
• Minimum Education
• High School Diploma or GED .
• Minimum Years of Experience
• 3 years of e xperience as an AP Specialist. Knowledge of general accounting procedures. Computer skills required to include proficiency in Microsoft Excel and 10-key.
• Essential Job Expectations
• While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties .
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner .
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product .
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required .
• Foster positive work relationships .
• Comply with all firm policies and practices .
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed .
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment .
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
• Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
• Physical Demands
• Work Environment
• The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm's discretion in the future.
• Disclaimer
• Application Process
• Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.
• Accommodation
• Reaso

Benefits

Additional Information

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.

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