Accounting Specialist

Robert Half • Baltimore, MD • 1d ago

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our dynamic team in Baltimore, Maryland. This contract-to-permanent role presents a fantastic opportunity for a talented professional to contribute to key accounting operations, including cash receipts, escrow management, and accounts payable processes. The ideal candidate is a team player who is organized, collaborative, and dedicated to maintaining accuracy and delivering high-quality results in financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Accurately record and manage incoming cash receipts, including checks, lockbox payments, credit card transactions, wire transfers, and internal company transfers.

Investigate and resolve unidentified or misallocated cash receipts to ensure precise financial records.

Respond to payment-related inquiries from clients and attorneys, providing detailed account updates and resolutions to any payment issues.

Reverse and reallocate cash receipts when necessary, process minor write-offs in compliance with company policies, and assist in balancing unapplied cash and escrow accounts.

Collaborate with attorneys on tasks such as coordinating refunds, applying client funds, and supporting annual unclaimed property reporting.

Review and verify the accuracy of disbursement coding, working closely with legal administrative assistants to confirm proper client and matter numbers.

Provide backup support for escrow transactions, including handling deposits and issuing disbursement checks.

Assist with accounts payable tasks, including invoice data entry, check processing, and monthly credit card reconciliations.

Support special projects and tasks as needed within the accounting department, as assigned by the Controller or Director of Finance.

Commit to occasional overtime to meet deadlines and departmental objectives.

Requirements - At least two years of experience in an accounting role within a services firm focused on precision and quality.

Familiarity with basic accounting principles and practices.

Experience working with Aderant software is preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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