Green Evans-Schroeder, PLLC · 3 hours ago
Accounting Coordinator
Tempe, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelGreen Evans-Schroeder is a fast-growing, nationally recognized law firm with a strong focus on immigration law. They are seeking an Experienced Accounting Coordinator to manage client accounts, oversee payment plans, and ensure compliance with trust account regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills and exceptional client communication abilities.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Erin Border
Responsibilities
Oversee all internal financial operations including comprehensive client account management, hold weekly financial meetings with the attorney team, and process daily bank deposits with accurate transaction recording
Manage accounts receivable collections and trust replenishments, maintain weekly Matter Balance Report to track outstanding receivables, and oversee external collections agency relationships and account performance monitoring
Administer all aspects of payment plan programs by maintaining and updating the active ACH payment list, ensuring accurate reflection of payment terms and modifications in CRM, and setting up new payment arrangements as needed
Process and reconcile payments from existing clients and prospective new clients, and monitor payment plan compliance with coordinated follow-up procedures on delinquent accounts
Perform comprehensive daily bookkeeping operations including payment tracking spreadsheet audits, detailed data entry into CRM, and accurate recording of both hard costs and soft costs
Maintain strict oversight of all trust account transactions to ensure proper posting of deposits and debits in compliance with legal and ethical requirements, and reconcile financial records while resolving discrepancies promptly
Qualification
Required
Oversee all internal financial operations including comprehensive client account management, hold weekly financial meetings with the attorney team, and process daily bank deposits with accurate transaction recording
Manage accounts receivable collections and trust replenishments, maintain weekly Matter Balance Report to track outstanding receivables, and oversee external collections agency relationships and account performance monitoring
Administer all aspects of payment plan programs by maintaining and updating the active ACH payment list, ensuring accurate reflection of payment terms and modifications in CRM, and setting up new payment arrangements as needed
Process and reconcile payments from existing clients and prospective new clients, and monitor payment plan compliance with coordinated follow-up procedures on delinquent accounts
Perform comprehensive daily bookkeeping operations including payment tracking spreadsheet audits, detailed data entry into CRM, and accurate recording of both hard costs and soft costs
Maintain strict oversight of all trust account transactions to ensure proper posting of deposits and debits in compliance with legal and ethical requirements, and reconcile financial records while resolving discrepancies promptly
Language: Native proficiency in spoken and written English and Spanish is required
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Client Relations: Ability to conduct professional and empathetic conversations with clients regarding financial matters, including outstanding balances, payment plans, and collections. Must demonstrate tact and sensitivity when discussing money-related topics, as these conversations can be emotionally challenging for clients facing financial difficulties
Strong work ethic and commitment to providing high-quality service to a diverse clientele
Ability to maintain confidentiality and oversee sensitive information
Excellent people skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and other team members
A commitment to prioritizing the team's success, showing respect for all members, and having the courage to make tough decisions and take responsibility for mistakes
Preferred
Experience with trust account management and compliance preferred
Background in client-facing financial discussions and collections strongly preferred
Familiarity with legal practice management software is a plus
Experience with ACH payment processing and payment plan administration preferred
Education: College degree, or equivalent, preferred. Concentration in accounting, business, and/or communications strongly preferred
Experience with Clio or LawPay is a plus
Company
Green Evans-Schroeder, PLLC
When you seek legal help for a problem, your lawyer should take the time to listen to your concerns and work with you to find a reasonable solution for your particular immigration or criminal problem with the law.
Founded in 2005
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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