<p><strong>Robert Half Permanent Placement</strong> is partnering with an established law firm in <strong>downtown Buffalo, NY</strong> on their search for an <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong>. In this role you will be a critical resource for accurately processing invoices to ensure timely and correct payments. This is an <strong>in-office</strong> position with a starting wage of <strong>$60,000 - $65,000 </strong>and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will be able to balance A/P responsibilities with operation tasks and high-level attention to detail for critical data</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include but not limited to</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process and review approximately 25 invoices per day, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and compliance with firm policies</li><li>Enter invoices, expense reports, and payments into Aderant with correct matter coding and general ledger allocation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Prepare and process check runs, ACH, and wire payments as scheduled</li><li>Maintain organized and compliant AP records in accordance with firm and audit requirements</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable</li><li>Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and vendor accounts</li><li>Conduct conflict of interest checks for prospective clients and new matters using firm databases and established procedures, managing the process from beginning to end with razor sharp attention to detail</li></ul><p><br></p>

<ul><li>Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred</li><li>2+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment</li><li>Hands-on experience with Aderant or similar legal accounting software strongly preferred</li><li>Familiarity with legal billing, matter management, and professional services accounting practices</li><li>Experience or exposure to conflict checks or client intake procedures is a plus</li><li>Professional law firm setting with business attire; not a business casual environment</li></ul><p><br></p>

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