Accounts Payable Clerk

*POSITION* Accounts Payable Clerk *POSITION LOCATION* Waco, TX, USA In-office, no remote work option.
*JOB DESCRIPTION* Gray Reed & McGraw LLP currently has an immediate opening for an Accounts Payable Clerk.
The A/P Clerk will be a member of the accounting staff and will report directly to the Accounting Manager with a dotted line to the Waco Operations Manager.
This position will work closely with the Houston, Dallas and Waco attorneys and legal assistants to help manage payables for all offices.
*REQUIRED EXPERIENCE* · Accounts Payable experience not required; prior office experience preferred.
· Proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook.
*EDUCATION* · High school diploma or equivalent *SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE* · Knowledge of accounts payable procedures desired.
· Must be functional in Excel spreadsheets, data entry and 10 key by touch.
· Professional, diplomatic and strong interpersonal skills.
· Exceptional customer service skills.
· Attentive to detail.
· Great organizational skills.
· Must have the personality and ability to interact with numerous individuals via email, telephone and in person.
· Exercise judgment in making decisions where alternatives are determined by policies, procedures and practices.
· Must be able to adhere to Firm’s guidelines.
*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * · Process payments.
· Research and analyze vendor inquiries and send reports when needed.
· Handle all special requests for information or assistance regarding accounts payable.
· Enter and code all expense reimbursements into Accounting Software Aderant.
· Enter client disbursements into Aderant.
· Assist with special projects.
· Other duties as assigned by Management.
*DIRECT REPORTS AND RELATIONSHIPS* This position reports to the Accounting Manager with a dotted line to the Waco Operations Manager.
No direct reports.
*PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES* · Strong work ethic · Strong execution skills · Ability to work with and blend in Firm culture · Detail oriented · Fast learner · Excellent interpersonal skills · Self-motivated *PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Walking, lifting, equipment, operation, etc.
)* · Ability to lift boxes up to 12 pounds *SALARY / CASH COMPENSATION* Competitive wages commensurate with experience.
Salary Range is: $40,000 - $45,000 *BENEFITS* Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance and 401(k).
*ABOUT GRAY REED & MCGRAW LLP* A full-service Texas law firm with offices in Dallas, Houston and Waco, Gray Reed provides legal services to companies ranging from start-up to Fortune 500 as well as high net worth individuals.
Gray Reed attorneys assist clients with a myriad of legal issues including commercial litigation, corporate transactions, oil and gas, tax planning and litigation, real estate, construction, healthcare, trusts and estates, employment law, family law, intellectual property and bankruptcy.
At Gray Reed, we recognize that it takes more than just attorneys to make a law firm.
In fact, it takes the contribution of every employee—each paralegal, secretary, file assistant, receptionist and administrative support person, doing his or her job—to maintain our firm's record of success.
A vital component in making Gray Reed a success is the quality and commitment of its attorneys and staff.
Our employees are our greatest assets and we emphasize the importance of teamwork and open communication in creating an environment that supports our varied strengths and interests.
At Gray Reed, we want everyone to feel at home.
Since the inception of our firm, we have aimed to live our values of stewardship, trust, excellence, equity and respect.
We take these life principles very seriously as we foster an environment that celebrates different genders, sexual orientation, religions, ethnic backgrounds, political views and personal interests.
While we’ve made progress, we know we can do more and will continue to strive for a diverse workplace that is representative of our great country and client base.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40,000.
00 - $45,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Supplemental pay types: * Overtime pay Work Location: In person