Accounts Payable Specialist

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Houston, TX seeks a Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist for a three-month assignment with potential for permanent placement. The role covers full-cycle AP tasks, including invoice processing, expense reports, and AP reconciliations. Ideal candidates have 3+ years as an AP specialist and prefer experience in a law firm.

We offer competitive pay and a benefits package; this position is on-site in Houston with a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and comfortable with a variety of Accounting software programs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred or equivalent work experience.
• At least three (3) years' experience working as an AP Specialist.
• At least one (1) year of experience working in a law firm, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform full cycle accounts payable processing, including invoices and expense reports.
• Prepare AP related reconciliations in accordance with accounting principles.
• Collaborate within the department to ensure timely payments.
• Utilize multiple accounting software programs and MS Office.
• Support temporary role with potential permanent placement.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software programs

Job description

Overview

The Houston, TX office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Temporary (with potential for permanent placement) Accounts Payable Specialist with legal experience. This position is expected to be for a duration of three (3) months based on a 37.50 hour work week. The Accounts Payable Specialist works withing the department performing the Firm's full cycle accounts payable process. The primary responsibilities of this position include accounts payable and AP related account reconciliations in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Daily activities include processing of invoices, expense reports and other accounts payable items, and AP accounts reconciliations.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with employer match, as well as sick and vacation time. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborative team.

Lewis Brisbois is not accepting search firm submissions for this position.

Responsibilities

• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and comfortable with a variety of Accounting software programs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred or equivalent work experience
• At least three (3) years' experience working as an AP Specialist
• At least one (1) year of experience working in a law firm, preferred