Position: Staff Accountant – Accounts Receivable
Closing Date:
Salary Range: $57,000 – $62,000
Gordon Thomas Honeywell is recognized among the top law firms in the Pacific Northwest. Our work environment is one of enthusiasm and fun, countered by a balance of seriousness and hard work. The Firm is known for its high-caliber work and longevity of our lawyers and staff members. Tenures of over ten years are common, and many have built a lifetime career with the Firm. We recognize the value of our employees and their families, and we offer competitive health and financial benefits.
Staff Accountants work with other Accounting team members in a highly collaborative environment performing a wide range of financial duties in a professional, fast-paced setting. An appreciation for detail, flexibility and unwavering customer service skills are critical to the position’s success.
Core Duties
- Timely process incoming checks, credit card and electronic receipts for Bank accounts, including Trust.
- Gather documentation and prepare Trust settlement distribution packets for review and approval.
- Accurately process Trust checks in accounting software, obtain signatures and process Trust Positive Pay.
- Reconcile Trust and other account balances, post interest and provide annual reporting to clients with Trust balances.
- Communicate with clients and internal personnel to resolve questions and concerns as they arise.
- Assist with 1099 processing, including for Trust account.
- Submit Unclaimed Property reports and remit funds.
- Assist with Collections and Special Projects as assigned by the Director of Finance.
- Prepare and file Excise Tax, B&O and Personal Property returns in various jurisdictions throughout the year.
- Cross train in other duties including Payroll processing, Accounts Payable, Billing and Fileroom.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting preferred with 1 to 2 years of experience in a high-volume environment. Proven experience of 3 to 4 years in Accounts Receivable may be substituted for Bachelor of Arts in Accounting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of accounts receivable and working knowledge of accounts payable. Familiarity with the Washington State Bar Association Trust Account Rules considered a plus.
Skills: Excellent computer skills with proficiency in computer-based accounting systems and MS Excel; working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook; willingness to learn and use additional applications when needed, for example, various regulatory reporting and bank software applications.
Abilities: Strong customer service orientation resulting in a positive, helpful attitude toward staff, co-workers, and management/partners while establishing a high degree of trust and credibility; focus on planning and prioritizing work activities with a proven ability to multi-task and manage competing demands; willingness to proactively identify issues and suggest viable solutions; work both independently and as part of a team.
Application Process
Email cover letter and resume to rwood@gth-Iaw.com or mail a hard copy to Human Resources, 1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 2100, Tacoma, WA 98402.
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