Accounting Specialist

Phillips Spallas & Angstadt LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Disability benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Phillips Spallas & Angstadt LLP in San Francisco seeks a detail-oriented Accounting Professional for hybrid AP/AR duties in a fast-paced law firm environment. The role emphasizes accuracy, vendor management, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have college-level accounting education, law-firm experience preferred, and be able to thrive under deadlines while maintaining high quality. Competitive benefits and salary related to experience are offered.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in financial operations.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage general AP/AR duties with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.
• Reconcile ledgers and prepare AP reports across bank accounts.
• Verify and code invoices, manage payment cycles and holds.
• Process vendor statements, reimbursements, and 1099 reporting.
• Maintain vendor W-9 documentation and support audits and projects.

Skills

AP processes

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

College graduate

Job description

Phillips, Spallas & Angstadt LLP, an established AV-rated civil litigation law firm with offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Professional to join our team in our San Francisco office. The job includes both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable work, with specialization possible depending on experience, aptitude and interest.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and demonstrates strong accuracy in financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Accounts Payable, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy. The candidate should be an energetic team player who works well under pressure and has a demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and hard-working. Law Firm experience is a strong plus.

This position is Monday-Friday. This candidate must be willing to commit to at least five days per week in the San Francisco office from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. during the initial training period and then at least three days per week after the training period.

Duties and Responsibilities

• General accounting responsibilities across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, with an emphasis on the below.
• Monitor and reconcile ledgers; prepare and distribute daily accounts payable reports across multiple bank accounts
• Verify, code, and process operational and third-party invoices, including managing invoice holds and payment cycles
• Review, verify, code, and reconcile corporate credit card statements, process employee reimbursements, and expense claims
• Reconcile monthly vendor statements, researching and resolving any discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor W-9 documentation and coordinate annual 1099 reporting.
• Support the finance team with financial reporting, tax audits, and various special projects
• Maintain compliant vendor files aligned with company Security and BAA requirements
• Assist management with vendor contracts and relationships
• Assist with processing invoices to law firm clients

Qualifications

• College graduate required
• Previous law firm work experience preferred
• Proficiency in AP processes and best practices
• Proven ability to handle multiple duties independently in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to effectively manage time and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated attention to detail is a must
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

We know our people are our most important asset, and that drives our commitment to provide our employees with a collegial work environment that helps them to achieve their professional goals and supports their need for a healthy work/life balance. We offer hybrid opportunities, parental and family leave, and other opportunities to support our people so they can thrive professionally and personally.

We also offer a full benefits package including medical insurance, dental benefit, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and a 401k plan with employer matching. The base salary is competitive with the market and reflective of accounting experience. The firm also offers an annual bonus based on job performance.

Job Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday. The candidate must be willing to commit to at least three days per week working in the San Francisco office from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Salary: $70,000-$85,000 depending on experience and qualifications

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability benefits
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree required

Experience:

• General Accounting, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Law Firm experience

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Francisco, CA 94105: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work