Accounting Clerk

About Stevens & Lee

Stevens & Lee is a 200-plus lawyer full-service law firm representing clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic, New England and across the country from 18 offices in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Florida. The firm is the cornerstone of The Stevens & Lee Companies, a platform of affiliated professional service firms that provide a full range of legal, investment banking, financial advisory, insurance risk management, public affairs and government consulting services.

Job Overview

The Accounting Clerk will provide financial, administrative, and clerical support to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payments and expense control. This role is responsible for verifying and reconciling invoices, applying cash receipts, and supporting overall accounting operations with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review client receipts and accurately post payments to client accounts based on remittance details and firm policies
• Verify invoices for proper documentation and approvals prior to payment
• Process vendor payments, prioritizing invoices based on payment terms and discount opportunities
• Prepare and schedule check runs; resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, contracts, invoices, and payments
• Ensure timely receipt and application of vendor credits
• Audit and process corporate credit card expenses
• Allocate expenses to appropriate accounts and cost centers
• Review and process employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies
• Maintain vendor records, including setup of new vendors and updates to existing information
• Respond promptly and professionally to vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Professional communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently
• Flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, Business or Accounting degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of accounting, accounts payable, or accounts receivable experience.
• Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Reports to: Controller
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt
• Department: Finance
• Location: Reading, PA

In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, The Stevens & Less Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.