Legal Accounts Payable Specialist

Legal Accounts Payable Specialist

Join an innovative and rapidly growing law firm! Tyson & Mendes is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. A successful candidate can perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. At Tyson & Mendes, we're not just a legal team—we're a dynamic, forward-thinking organization redefining what a law firm can be. As we continue our journey of success and innovation, we're on the lookout for a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our exceptional team. Here, you'll be part of a vibrant, inclusive environment where your contributions make a real impact. With opportunities to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, you'll help drive our firm's mission to deliver unparalleled service and achieve amazing results.

Responsibilities

• Process outside vendor bills and invoices; obtain proper verifications and approvals from managers and process for payment
• Verify invoices comply with firm policies and procedures
• Code invoices appropriately and enter into system for processing
• Maintain updated vendor relations and information
• Provide information/generate reports as requested by managers or vendors
• Operate a computer terminal to effectively post and retrieve information
• Available to answer via zoom messages/calls during work hours
• Other accounting/payables duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

• High proficiency Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat; additional experience with ProLaw preferred
• Ability to work a minimum of 7.5 hours per day (8:30am-5pm Pacific Time). Overtime may be required for special projects
• Numbers oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Articulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in high stress environment
• Possesses a strong work ethic and takes pride in their job

Compensation Package

• The hourly pay range of $26-30/hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-1,700)
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
• Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee's base rate
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Benefits

• 37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women's Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues