Accounting Assistant

About the role

Roetzel & Andress LPA, a multi-state law firm with an administrative center in Fairlawn, Ohio, has an immediate opening for a full-time Accounting Assistant to support the Accounting Department.

Responsibilities

• Apply incoming payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers, credit cards) to client accounts and invoices in accordance with firm policies and procedures
• Reconcile daily cash receipts and investigate discrepancies in payment applications
• Coordinate with clients, attorneys and team members regarding payment details, remittance information, unapplied or misapplied payments and ensure proper account adjustments
• Respond timely and accurately to client and team member questions/requests within the firm's ticketing system
• Process client account adjustments
• Reconcile client accounts
• Prepare and send daily financial reports
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of cash application workflows
• Assist with other accounting tasks, as needed

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounting experience, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
• Experience in 3E, Elite, Aderant, or similar legal software applications
• Must pass a credit and background check as a condition for employment

Skills

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong integrity and commitment to confidentiality regarding sensitive financial information

Benefits

Competitive compensation and excellent benefits.