Accounting Assistant

About This Role

The Accounting Assistant processes daily trust and accounts receivable transactions, including preparing trust lists, coding invoices, checks, and credit card payments, and preparing supporting documentation for accounting staff. This role suits a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills who can multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process daily trust and accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare trust lists for client receivables
• Code invoices, checks, and credit card payments to appropriate invoice numbers and Maryland or Virginia trust accounts
• Prepare supporting documentation for accounting staff
• Total, scan, and post daily deposits for the firm's General Operating, Maryland Trust, and Virginia Trust accounts
• Report daily deposit and month-to-date totals to designated partners and accounting leadership
• Review Personal Injury Department credit card charges
• Pay firm credit card statements and record client matter numbers
• Prepare and verify checks for medical records, police reports, and court runs
• Research missing charges
• Respond to client billing inquiries
• Process credit card payments over the phone
• Organize and shred prior check records in accordance with firm retention procedures

Requirements

• Prior experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, or a related role preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to handle confidential financial and client information with discretion
• Team player with the ability to work independently

Benefits

• Health Insurance including Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Profit Sharing Plan
• Holiday and Birthday Leave
• PTO Leave
• Parental Leave
• Free Parking
• Wellness Initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program

About the Company

Stein Sperling is a mid-sized law firm in Montgomery County, MD, with over 45 years of client-focused service. Their dedicated team practices with compassion and integrity, ensuring they meet clients' needs in a collegial environment.