Accounts Payable Specialist - Flexible Hours & Growth

Smith-Debnam-Narron-Drake-Saintsing-; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Debnam seeks an Accounts Payable Coordinator in Raleigh, NC. The role handles processing firm invoices, check requests, trust account disbursements, credit card activity, and employee reimbursements.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in accounts payable, a relevant degree, and strong Excel/Word skills. Responsibilities include vendor payment processing, month-end tasks, 1099 preparation, and vendor data management.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of accounts payable experience, within a law firm experience a plus.
• Intermediate to advanced skill level in Microsoft Office products to include Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented, and effective in problem solving.
• Proven ability to provide good customer service.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements in the Firm’s accounts payable system, ensuring proper authorization and account distribution.
• Process payment of authorized check requests from both operating and client trust accounts.
• Reconcile monthly firm credit card statements, including validation/documentation of expenditure, as well as proper authorization and account distribution.
• Prepare and issue vendor 1099s at year end.
• Maintain vendor database and manage vendor communication and problem resolution.
• Manage and document accounts payable practices, policies, and procedures.
• Assist attorney and staff personnel with inquiries and requests.
• Work closely with Accounting Manager on special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Discuss opportunities for process improvements with management to increase efficiency.

Job description

Smith Debnam seeks an Accounts Payable Coordinator in Raleigh, NC. The role handles processing firm invoices, check requests, trust account disbursements, credit card activity, and employee reimbursements.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in accounts payable, a relevant degree, and strong Excel/Word skills. Responsibilities include vendor payment processing, month-end tasks, 1099 preparation, and vendor data management.